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Yellow Trillium

Yellow Trillium

$14.99

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Description

Yellow Wakerobin Trillium or Trillium luteum is rare among trillium so because of their yellow blooms. Native to the Great Smoky Mountains and adjacent regions, this classic spring ephemeral bears yellow blossoms atop a trio of leaves mottled with pale shades of silvery-green. The unusual flowers of this Yellow Trillium have a lemon oil fragrance. Oddly enough, the name Trillium is rooted in the Latin word for three. The plants have three leaves, three petals, three sepals, etc. The unusual flowers of this Yellow Trillium have a lemon oil fragrance.
Care

Trillium is happy with evening sun or dappled afternoon sun. Moist soil but well drained. Do not let it dry out but don't let it soak in water. Do not cut foliage or flowers - this is an ephemera so it will die back automatically. Best grown in zones 4-9. 

Growth Habit

Ephemera so it will die back after blooming. Grows to 12 - 18" both tall and wide at maturity. 

Toxicity

Considered to be of low toxicity to pets; ingestion of the berries or roots can cause gastrointestinal distress, such as vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, and, in some cases, lethargy. While not usually fatal, it is best to keep pets away from this plant. Deer resistant. 

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

Yellow Wakerobin Trillium or Trillium luteum is rare among trillium so because of their yellow blooms. Native to the Great Smoky Mountains and adjacent regions, this classic spring ephemeral bears yellow blossoms atop a trio of leaves mottled with pale shades of silvery-green. The unusual flowers of this Yellow Trillium have a lemon oil fragrance. Oddly enough, the name Trillium is rooted in the Latin word for three. The plants have three leaves, three petals, three sepals, etc. The unusual flowers of this Yellow Trillium have a lemon oil fragrance.
Care

Trillium is happy with evening sun or dappled afternoon sun. Moist soil but well drained. Do not let it dry out but don't let it soak in water. Do not cut foliage or flowers - this is an ephemera so it will die back automatically. Best grown in zones 4-9. 

Growth Habit

Ephemera so it will die back after blooming. Grows to 12 - 18" both tall and wide at maturity. 

Toxicity

Considered to be of low toxicity to pets; ingestion of the berries or roots can cause gastrointestinal distress, such as vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, and, in some cases, lethargy. While not usually fatal, it is best to keep pets away from this plant. Deer resistant. 

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.