Trillium cernuum aka Nodding Trillium

Taxonomy

Common names

Nodding Trillium, Whip Poor Will Flower

How to care for Nodding Trillium

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Nodding Trillium due to its easy-going nature.

Water

Nodding Trillium should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Nodding Trillium loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Nodding Trillium prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

Nodding Trillium is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Fertilizer

The Nodding Trillium grows at a slow pace and doesn't require any supplementary fertilizers. By renewing its potting soil once a year, it should receive enough nourishment. Remember, plants obtain their energy from sunlight, not fertilizers.

Growth-pattern

Nodding Trillium grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.


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