Overview
Tricyrtis ishiiana var. surugensis is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Tricyrtis, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tricyrtis ishiiana var. surugensis 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 ishiiana var. surugensis is a bushy, clump-forming cultivar of the Tricyrtis genus, which comprises perennial plants growing from rhizomes and sometimes stolons. This deciduous plant features upright or arching stems with alternately arranged leaves. It thrives in full or partial shade, preferring sheltered north-, east-, or west-facing aspects. Suitable for fertile, moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels, it is hardy to UK zone H6. This cultivar is ideal for cottage and informal gardens, underplanting roses and shrubs, and flower borders, with interest in spring and summer.
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 ishiiana var. surugensis 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 ishiiana var. surugensis
- 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 ishiiana var. surugensis?
Tricyrtis ishiiana var. surugensis prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tricyrtis ishiiana var. surugensis need?
Tricyrtis ishiiana var. surugensis 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 ishiiana var. surugensis hardy in the UK?
Tricyrtis ishiiana var. surugensis 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 ishiiana var. surugensis?
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'
