Sweet Betsy Trillium (T. cuneatum)

Easily grown in deep, organically rich, humusy, moist but well-drained soils in part shade to full shade. Needs consistent moisture. Apply leaf mulch in fall each year. Rhizomatous plant that can be slow and difficult to propagate from seed. Spreads very gradually if left undisturbed to form clumps. Native Range: Southeastern United States Zone: 5 to 12 Height: 1.00 to 1.50 feet Spread: 0.75 to 1.00 feet Bloom Time: April to May Bloom Description: Maroon to yellow to orange to reddish-green Sun: Part shade to full shade Water: Medium Maintenance: Low Flower: Showy, Fragrant Leaf: Colorful Tolerate: Heavy Shade Source: Missouri Botanical Garden