Overview
Tricyrtis latifolia 'Saffron' is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Tricyrtis, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tricyrtis latifolia 'Saffron' 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 latifolia 'Saffron' is a bushy, clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Liliaceae family. Like other Tricyrtis, it grows from rhizomes and features upright or arching stems with alternately arranged leaves. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full or partial shade, preferring sheltered, moist but well-drained fertile soil of various types and pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, underplanting roses and shrubs, as well as flower borders and beds. Its season of interest spans 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 latifolia 'Saffron' 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 latifolia 'Saffron'
- 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 latifolia 'Saffron'?
Tricyrtis latifolia 'Saffron' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tricyrtis latifolia 'Saffron' need?
Tricyrtis latifolia 'Saffron' 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 latifolia 'Saffron' hardy in the UK?
Tricyrtis latifolia 'Saffron' 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 latifolia 'Saffron'?
Seed, Division.
More in the Tricyrtis genus
- Tricyrtistoad lily
- Tricyrtis affinis 'Lunar Landing'
- Tricyrtis formosana 'Tiny Toad'
- Tricyrtis hirta
- Tricyrtis hirta 'Variegata' (v)
- Tricyrtis macropoda f. macropoda
- Tricyrtis nana 'Raven's Back'
- Tricyrtis 'Hiki-yuri'