Trillium grandiflorum 'Flore Pleno'
Best rare woodland perennial for patient, discerning shade gardeners.
This rare woodland perennial offers the delicate, rose-like beauty of fully double white blooms that few other shade plants can match. It demands patience to establish and disappears by midsummer, but for the dedicated gardener, its graceful spring presence is an unmatched reward that elevates any naturalized space.
$39.00
at
White Flower Farm
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique, showstopping spring woodland blooms
- Long-term planners investing in low-maintenance, reliable perennials
- Shade gardeners needing deer-resistant, sophisticated plant options
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for inexpensive starter plants
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, full-flowering results
- Designers avoiding gaps in mid-summer garden beds
Performance breakdown
Aesthetic Appeal
Double white blooms offer a rare, sophisticated look for woodland gardens.
Establishment Ease
Requires significant patience and precise conditions to settle into the landscape.
Pollinator Value
Reliably draws bees and butterflies to early spring garden spaces.
Maintenance Simplicity
Goes dormant midsummer, necessitating careful planning for companion plant coverage.
Hardiness Range
Broad adaptability across USDA zones four through nine provides excellent versatility.
Wildlife Resistance
Lacks natural defenses, making it a likely target for hungry deer.
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Moderate
Light Requirement
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Bloom Season
Spring
Fragrance Level
No Fragrance
Mature Height
12-18 inches
Mature Spread
12 inches
Pest Resistant
No
Deer Resistant
No
Soil pH
Neutral to slightly acid
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