Perennial
Toad Lily
Tricyrtis hirta
Monrovia® varieties
Traits
Varieties We Carry
SamuraiTricyrtis formosanaMonrovia
Sizes & Pricing
#1MonroviaFrom$19.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 15.
LightPart Shade, Full Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size1-3 feet × 1-2 feet
About Toad Lily
Toad Lily (Tricyrtis hirta) is a shade-loving Japanese perennial bearing arching stems of uniquely spotted, orchid-like flowers in white to lilac with bold purple spots in late summer and fall. Technically rated to zone 9b, it is a challenging but rewarding specimen for deeply shaded, consistently moist NE Florida gardens. Starting at $19.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Fall
- Flower Color
- White, Purple
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Loam, Acidic, Well-drained, Humus-rich
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Bloom season. Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Grow in part shade to full shade; in NE Florida, deep afternoon shade is essential — protect from any direct midday or afternoon sun, which scorches leaves and stresses plants in the summer heat.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist; Toad Lily will go dormant prematurely and fail to bloom if it dries out — mulch heavily to retain soil moisture through Florida's dry periods.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in humus-rich, well-drained, acidic loamy soil amended with compost; apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring as new growth emerges to support healthy stems and fall flower production.
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Common questions
Is Toad Lily a good plant for St. Augustine?
Toad Lily is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-3 feet × 1-2 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.