Lily of the valley. A tough, creeping perennial with dark green foliage and stems of strongly scented, waxy white bell-shaped flowers. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers March to April. Shaded site. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Convallaria majalis
A tough, creeping perennial with dark green foliage and stems of strongly scented, waxy white bell-shaped flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Convallaria |
|---|---|
| Species | majalis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Lily of the valley |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 25cm |
| Family | Convallariaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland, Ground cover |
| Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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