Tricyrtis hirta 'Miyazaki' - P9

Description
The Japanese orchid lily 'Miyazaki' (Tricyrtis hirta) is an upright, loose perennial that forms two-coloured, star-shaped flowers from August to October. Its lanceolate leaves are medium green in colour. In a semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, lime-free, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 50 cm and grows to a width of approx. 40 cm. The Japanese orchid lily 'Miyazaki' is well tolerant of frost.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Japanese orchid lily 'Miyazaki' are medium green, lanceolate.

Spread
Japan.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese orchid lily 'Miyazaki' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, loose.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Japanese orchid lily 'Miyazaki' sets beautiful accents together with: Chinese spirea, Japanese bluebell.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Tricyrtis hirta 'Miyazaki' forms star-shaped, bicoloured flowers from August.

Use
Solitary, woodland edge, undergrowth, shade