Convallaria majalis

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Convallaria majalis

Lily-of-the-Valley

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: JJ Neilson Arboretum

Description

This herbaceous perennial plant is a beautiful flowering plant that does best in shade.The flowers are fragrant, nodding, white, bell shaped flowers on a slender green stalk. This plant can be used as a groundcover. The leaves can be 9" long and 4" across; they are erect and dark green. All parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested.

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Orange

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Poisonous

Design Styles

Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Walkways

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.