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Tricyrtis formosana 'Kestrel'



A recently named cultivar that I bought from Keith Wiley at Wildside. His label says:

"Glossy green-edged lime green foliage. Dark stems with purple spotted flowers. Best in a cool spot in part shade."

Farmyard Nurseries say:

"Very pretty popular variety of Toad Lily. With green edged, yellow leaves and pretty purple spotted flowers in late summer. Lovely in shady moist but well drained borders. Height 65cm.(26″) Prefers a semi shaded site for best results."



7th September 2017

References:
  • Mathew, Brian - 'A review of the genus Tricyrtis', The Plantsman, Vol.6, Part.4 (1984)
  • Farmyard Nurseries, https://www.farmyardnurseries.co.uk/product/tricyrtis-formosana-kestrel/ , accessed 31.01.2026.