Trillium (Trillium Ovatum) is a short, perennial herb, known for its beautiful large white flower. Trillium is identified by its three-leaved whorl as well as a large white flower with three petals that sits just atop the whorl. Plants can spread through rhizomes. Young plants may take several years before blooming, and flowers often change colors as the plant ages.
Classification: Perennial Key Characteristics: Three-leaved whorl, large three-petaled flower Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade Water Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil Ease of Growing: High Growth Rate: Slow Bloom Time: March – June Spreads: By rhizome Benefits: Wildlife, Rain garden, Pollinators, Beneficial insects, Wildfire resistant, Riparian zones, On Portland Plant List Edible: No Mature Height: 0.5-1 foot Mature Width: 0.5-1 foot
