Zone 6 · Toad Lily
Planting Toad Lily in Zone 6
Tricyrtis hirta
✅ Toad Lily thrives in zone 6 (hardy 4–8)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Toad Lily outside
Last frost has passed. Plant in moist shade in spring. Orchid-like speckled blooms light up autumn shade beds.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around April 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
September – October
Peak bloom
September
Sun required
part sun, shade
Mature height
24"
Spacing
18" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Toad Lily in zone 6
Plant in moist shade in spring. Orchid-like speckled blooms light up autumn shade beds.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Toad Lily peaks in September. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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