Convallaria
Common Name: Lily of the Valley
One of the most common of old-fashioned perennials, and a favorite for growing as a ground cover in shady areas. Blooms for a short period in early spring, sending up arching stems that bear small, nodding, sweetly scented, waxy white fragrant bells along one side. Broad, glossy green, deciduous leaves are attractive throughout growing season. Bright red berries (poisonous, like the rest of the plant) may appear in fall.
Plant Care: Divide into single crowns in early fall. Division seldom is needed and only after flowering deteriorates. Can be quite invasive.
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Characteristics & Attributes
Plant Type | Bloom Color | Bloom Time | Perennials
Ground Covers | White, Pink | May-June |
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Height | Spread | Hardiness | 15-20cm (6-8inches) | 60cm (2ft) or more | Zone 1-9 |
Exposure | Soil Moisture | Foilage Color | Shade to Partial shade | Regular | Green |
Soil Type | Attributes | Tolerates drought and will grow in moist soil but prefers well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay soils | Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Fragrant
Ground Cover
Massed
Poisonous/Toxic
Woodland *Deer Resistant *Rabbit Resistant |