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Trout Lily · Erythronium oreganum


Erythronium oreganum ©Lory Duralia

Description: This beautiful wildflower (12") has mottled leaves that resemble the backs of fawns (aka fawn lily). Spring brings lustrous white to pale yellow flowers. Plant fawn lilies with Trillium ovatum to create an exquisite garden. Shade/part shade, moderate-regular water (no water when dormant), well-drained soil.