Toad Trillium (Trillium sessile)

A charming addition to shady spaces or sun-dappled gardens, Toad Trillium, also known as Trillium sessile, produces small tri-petaled blooms in a range of hues from dark red to maroon to brownish-purple. The little flowers pop against highly ornamental mottled foliage, giving the entire area a dynamic look sure to please. Plant in groups under deciduous trees or between evergreen shrubs to brighten up the scene with color and light. Blooms appear from April to May in zones 4-8. Butterflies love this low-growing perennial and will visit the landscape often. Trillium is a wildflower native to the U.S. and grows quite readily and dependably.