Dimpled Troutlily
Erythronium umbilicatum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–8" H × 3"–6" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr
Native to
AL, FL, GA, KY and 6 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Dimpled troutlily is a small spring ephemeral that produces delicate yellow flowers in March and April before going dormant for summer. This low-growing native wildflower emerges early in the year with mottled leaves and nodding blooms, then disappears completely until the following spring.
In an HOA neighborhood
Dimpled Troutlily takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Completely disappears for 8+ months leaving bare spots
- May appear dead or missing for most of the year
- Too informal and unpredictable for front yard use
Wildlife value
The early spring flowers provide nectar for bees and beetles when few other plants are blooming. This makes it particularly valuable for supporting pollinators during the critical early season period.
Common questions
- How much sun does Dimpled Troutlily need?
- Dimpled Troutlily grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Dimpled Troutlily bloom?
- Dimpled Troutlily blooms in March and April.
- Where is Dimpled Troutlily native?
- Dimpled Troutlily (Erythronium umbilicatum) is native to AL, FL, GA, KY and 6 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Dimpled Troutlily attract?
- Dimpled Troutlily draws bees and beetles.
- Is Dimpled Troutlily HOA-friendly?
- Dimpled Troutlily takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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