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A vigorous hybrid selected by Carl Purdy at the end of the 19th Century, like all Erythroniums needing shade and a dry dormant period, as its parents from the USA were woodland species. The stems stand 10" (25cm) high with large white blooms with swept back petals, each with a rusty red basal ring, hanging over attractively white mottled leaves. A very good garden plant which produces offsets freely, forming large clumps. Flowers creamy white, standing 10" (25cm) high in May. AGM.

Planting instructions

Do not let the tubers dry out and plant in a cool, drained position where it will not become sun-baked in summer. Under shrubs and trees, whose roots will take away excess moisture in summer would be ideal. Plant 5" (12.5cm) apart, handling the tubers gently. Succeeds in almost any light soil, preferring one that is rich in humus.