Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum' (25) Plants
Common Name: Solomon's Seal-Variegated.
Zone 3 to 9.
Part shade to full shade.
Mature height is 18 to 24 inches, 10 to 20 inches spread.
Erect, herbaceous perennial.
Grown mostly for its variegated, soft green foliage which turns yellow in fall, Solomon's Seal is a choice plant for the shade. Standing about 18 inches tall and arching slightly at the top, the unbranched stems with large, alternate leaves support the dangling white flowers below. Flowers have a subtle lily-like fragrance. The stems are beautiful in cut flower arrangements.Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit 2002
Solomon's Seal is a natural plant for the shady woodland garden, even tolerating heavy shade. Deep, rich, moist soil is best. Solomon's Seal is sometimes slow to establish itself, but is very long-lived and easy to maintain once it does. Divide plants in the spring or fall.
Attributes: Border plants, Container, Cut foliage, Fragrant flowers, Ground cover. Attracts hummingbirds. |
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