5 Seeds White Trout Lily Erythronium albidum Native Woodland Wildflower Shade Perennial

White Trout Lily (Erythronium albidum) is a charming native woodland perennial grown from seed, valued for its mottled green and brown foliage and delicate nodding white flowers that appear in early spring. This species is well suited to shaded gardens, naturalized areas, and woodland plantings, where it adds early-season interest as one of the first bloomers of the year.
The plants are typically used in shade gardens, under trees, and in native plant landscapes, where their foliage and blooms provide a subtle, naturalistic look. They grow from small bulbs formed underground and spread gradually over time when conditions are favorable, making them a rewarding choice for patient gardeners building a woodland setting.
Species: Erythronium albidum
Variety: White Trout Lily
Type: Perennial wildflower
Plant_Habit: Low-growing, clump-forming
Sun: Partial shade to full shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining, humus-rich
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3 to 8
Germination: Slow and irregular; may require cold moist stratification
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly cover, keep consistently moist
Spacing: 4 to 6 inches
Notes: Native woodland species; foliage goes dormant by mid-summer