Overview
Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Tricyrtis, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, underplanting of roses and shrubs and flower borders and beds.
About
Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' is a deciduous herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Tricyrtis genus, known for its bushy, clump-forming habit. Like other Tricyrtis, it grows from rhizomes and features upright or arching stems with alternately arranged leaves. This cultivar thrives in full or partial shade, preferring moist but well-drained fertile soil across a range of soil types and pH levels. Suitable for sheltered north, east, or west-facing aspects, it is ideal for cottage gardens, underplanting roses and shrubs, and flower borders during spring and summer.
About the genus
Tricyrtis is a genus of Asian flowering plants in the lily family, with approximately 20 known species. The species are commonly known in English as toad lilies. The genus has a native range from the Himalayas to eastern Asia, including China, Japan, Philippines and Taiwan, and a few species are cultivated for their ornamental qualities in other parts of the world.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tricyrtis
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Underplanting of roses and shrubs, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing'?
Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' need?
Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' hardy in the UK?
Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing'?
Seed, Division.
