Overview
Toxicoscordion is a plant with a herbaceous perennial habit in the genus Toxicoscordion, part of the Melanthiaceae family, with deciduous, linear leaves foliage. Toxicoscordion grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include wildflower meadows and perennial borders.
About
Toxicoscordion is a herbaceous perennial in the Melanthiaceae family, featuring deciduous, linear leaves. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in south- or west-facing, sheltered positions. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for wildflower meadows and perennial borders. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, and propagation can be achieved by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Toxicoscordion
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Toxicoscordion size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous perennial
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Linear leaves
- Suggested uses
- Wildflower meadows, Perennial borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Toxicoscordion
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Toxicoscordion?
Toxicoscordion prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Toxicoscordion need?
Toxicoscordion grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Toxicoscordion hardy in the UK?
Toxicoscordion has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Toxicoscordion?
Seed, Division.