About
Erythronium revolutum var. bolanderi is a variety of the mahogany fawn lily producing the characteristic brown-mottled leaves and nodding, pink, reflexed-petal flowers of the species. A charming woodland bulb for a moist, partly shaded, humus-rich border.
About the genus
Erythronium, the fawn lilies or dog's tooth violets, are bulbous perennials with paired, mottled or plain, broadly oval leaves and leafless stems bearing one or more nodding, star-shaped flowers with reflexed petals in spring, in shades of white, yellow, pink and purple. Excellent naturalising bulbs for woodland and shaded borders.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising in grass.
Care notes
CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally after flowering.
PropagationDivide offsets or bulbils when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.