Convallaria majalis
Hardy to: 2
Plant Height: 6-9"
Spacing: 6-12"
Sun Preference: Shade to Sun
Flower Color: White
Photo on 4/22/09
This is a new one I got and planted this week. I have one bed in the front of my house that is primarily in the shade, although it gets a bit of morning sun. Here is some good info I found:
A slow but aggressive spreader, Lily of the Valley will tolerate dry conditions but after blooming the foliage will die back. Constant moisture will keep the plants green throughout the growing season. They prefer shade and will grow in most soil types. Fragrant bell shaped flowers are followed by glossy red berries.
Transplanting is easy - dig the roots up at any time and cover with a couple inches of soil - keep moist until established then spend the rest of your time trying to beat it back. Once established it is hard to get rid of. The smallest piece of root will start the cycle all over.
Requirements:
Soil Type - Sandy loam to clay soils
Soil ph - neutral to slightly acidic
Water - moist to dry
Light - Full Shade to full sun
Characteristics: Height - 6 in.
Time of bloom - May
Flower colors - White
Propagation - division
Transplants - easily source
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