Overview
Tricyrtis formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad' is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Tricyrtis, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tricyrtis formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad' 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 formosana, the toad lily, is an East Asian species of herbaceous plant in the lily family. It is native to Taiwan and to Nansei-shoto.
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 formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad' 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 formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad'
- 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 formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad'?
Tricyrtis formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tricyrtis formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad' need?
Tricyrtis formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad' 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 formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad' hardy in the UK?
Tricyrtis formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad' 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 formosana var. grandiflora 'W-Ho-ping Toad'?
Seed, Division.
More in the Tricyrtis genus
- Tricyrtistoad lily
- Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing'
- Tricyrtis formosana 'Tiny Toad'
- Tricyrtis hirta
- Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata' (v)
- Tricyrtis latifolia 'Saffron'
- Tricyrtis macropoda f. macropoda
- Tricyrtis nana 'Raven's Back'
