Prairie Trillium, Bloody Butcher

Prairie Trillium, Bloody Butcher Trillium recurvatum Part to full shade, medium moisture level, humus-rich soil, slightly acid to neutral pH.  12-18 inches height, blooms in spring, maroon flowers, spreads very gradually if left undisturbed. Germination Code:  F Native Region:  Middle and West Tennessee Showy flowers.  Foliage will usually die to the ground by mid-summer, especially if allowed to dry out. flower;sun/shade;medium;loam flower;shade;medium;loam

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