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Trillium erectum

red wakerobin, stinking Benjamin

T. erectum is probably the most widespread and easily grown Trillium in New England. Its not called 'stinking Benjamin' for its pleasant aroma, but it's best to let people discover this for themselves. This is a pedunculate species with a red flower.

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Height: 8-14 in
Spread: 10-18 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: Red

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Part Shade
Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Ecoregion
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
Ornamental Interest
Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Additional Attributes
Spring Ephemeral
Landscape Use
Naturalize
Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Red Fruit


North American Distribution


red wakerobin - Trillium erectum from Native Plant Trust
red wakerobin - Trillium erectum from Native Plant Trust
red wakerobin - Trillium erectum from Native Plant Trust
red wakerobin - Trillium erectum from Native Plant Trust