Painted Trillium

Painted Trillium - Trillium Undulatum

The Painted Trillium is a native perennial whose white petals are delicately brushed with pink at their bases, making each bloom appear hand‑painted. Well‑suited to woodland settings, it adds quiet elegance to shaded garden spaces.

Plant Details - Painted Trillium Plants

Family: Melanthiaceae

Light Requirement: Shade

Water Needs: Adequate

Height: 1.5 ft

Spread: 1 ft

Growth Rate: —

Bloom Time: Spring

Flower Color: White with pink markings

Wildlife Value: Attracts bees

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Painted Trillium Plants

Ideal for native and woodland gardens, the Painted Trillium pairs beautifully with Virginia bluebells, Dutchman’s breeches, and bloodroot. Plant tightly for clumping effect or showcase a single specimen for dramatic impact. An understory plant, it thrives in full shade and well‑drained soil enriched with leaf mold or compost. Over time, it will naturalize, forming a graceful groundcover.

Low‑maintenance and disease‑resistant, it reblooms yearly. Avoid waterlogged sites, and let fallen leaves decompose to mimic its forest‑floor habitat. After flowering, small red berries appear against large dark‑green leaves that make the white petals pop.

Noteworthy Characteristics of Painted Trillium Plants

Subject to conservation efforts in parts of the South, Painted Trillium benefits from garden cultivation to bolster wild populations. As a fleeting spring ephemeral, it goes dormant in summer—fill gaps with ferns or other shade‑loving plants for continuous interest. Deer and most pests leave it undisturbed.

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How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Perennials, Tubers, and Bulbs

Bare root perennials, tubers, and bulbs are an easy and economical way to jumpstart your garden with lasting beauty. These dormant plants should be planted in early spring or fall while the soil is cool and workable. Before planting, soak bare roots in water for 1–2 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a location based on the plant’s light needs—most flowering types prefer full sun, while others thrive in partial shade.

For bare root perennials, dig a shallow hole and spread the roots out naturally, ensuring the crown is level with the soil surface. For tubers and bulbs, plant with the pointed side facing up at a depth about two to three times their height. Cover with soil, gently press down, and water thoroughly.

Keep soil consistently moist (not soggy) until new growth appears. Add mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds, but avoid covering the crown or bulb tops. Once established, these plants require little maintenance—just seasonal watering, occasional dividing, and deadheading or pruning as needed. With proper care, they’ll return and thrive year after year.

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