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Convallaria majalis

Lily of the Valley

Plant Type: Perennial

Lily of the Valley is a familiar perennial with 2-3 large, glossy ovate green leaves (reminiscent of an orchid) that produces an arching flower stem with small, sweetly scented bell-shaped blooms. It is known to spread quite aggressively and should only be planted in areas where it can be allowed to naturalize. It can tolerate full to partial shade and prefers moist well drained soil but can tolerate drought and holds it own with tree and shrub roots for moisture. It is best suited as an attractive groundcover in shady garden and woodland settings.

Size Future Qty Future Date
#1
4" Pot

Mature Height:

6-12 in

Mature Spread:

9-12 in

Zone:

3-8

Bloom Color:

White

Foliage Color:

Green

Convallaria majalis Characteristics & Attributes:

Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Ground Cover
Ground Cover
Cut Flower/Foliage
Cut Flower/Foliage
Vigorous
Vigorous
Mass Planting
Mass Planting
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Full Shade
Full Shade
Spring
Spring
Moist, Well-Drained
Moist, Well-Drained
Average Water
Average Water
Attributes
Erosion Control
Naturalizing
Exposure
Partial Shade
Foliage Color
Green
Habit
Spreading
Taller Ground Cover