Easy to Grow Bulbs Erythronium Pagoda
Best hardy perennial for gardeners seeking elegant shade tolerant blooms.
A reliable hybrid that brightens shaded garden corners with vibrant yellow blooms and unique mottled foliage. These vigorous growers offer a graceful, ephemeral display in spring before vanishing to make room for summer perennials.
$13.56
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants that spread beautifully each year
- Homeowners with wooded lots or north-facing garden beds
- Design-conscious planters looking for distinctive, non-traditional spring flowers
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, high-impact results in the first spring
- Landscapers requiring consistent year-round ground cover or foliage
- Growers in arid climates or those with poorly draining soil
Performance breakdown
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in darker corners where most flowering bulbs simply struggle.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rodents, keeping your garden display intact.
Visual Impact
Bright yellow blooms and mottled foliage create a striking spring contrast.
Growth Vigor
Hybrid breeding ensures larger, more abundant flowers than standard wild varieties.
Ease of Maintenance
Foliage fades naturally, making it a low-effort addition to woodland beds.
Hardiness Range
Broad adaptability across USDA zones four through nine ensures wide success.
Key Specs
Mature Height
10-14 inches
Mature Spread
4-5 inches
Planting Depth
3-4 inches
Spacing
4-5 inches
Deer Resistant
Yes
Bloom Season
Early to Mid-Spring
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade to Full Shade
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-9
Quantity
3 bulbs
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