Large-Flowered Trillium

Trillium grandiflorum

Large-Flowered Trillium (Trillium grandiflorum) is a spring ephemeral plant with white flowers in spring. They prefer moist to mesic soil in part sun to shade where they grow to 1 foot tall. They are a good choice for the slopes of shaded rain gardens. Companion plants include Rosy Sedge (Carex rosea) and False Solomon’s Seal (Maianthemum racemosum).

Maintenance

No serious maintenance needs. Nearby plants should be designed to fill in the gaps left behind when the plant goes dormant in the summer.

About

Light Requirements
Part Sun, Shade
Moisture Requirements
Slopes
Soil Requirements
Clay, Loam, Organically Rich Soil
Height
Very Short, Short
Spacing
1 foot
Category
Seasonal
Attracts
Bees
Illinois Native Plant Status
Yes
Bloom Time
April, May
Bloom Color
White
Seasonality
Spring
Sociability
Groups of 5-10