Convallaria majalis (Lily-of-the-Valley)

Add charm to shaded areas with this easy-to-grow perennial. Convallaria majalis, also known as Lily-of-the-Valley, features fragrant, white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Its flowers add charm to cut-flower displays. Growing 6-8" tall, Convallaria majalis is often grown as a ground cover. It forms a lush green carpet of attractive foliage. Hardy and carefree, this shade perennial thrives even in moist areas where grass won't grow. It's also a great container plant. Although the plant pips may not flower the first season, they will naturalize and multiply in future seasons. Deer tend to pass it by.

Botanical Name: Convallaria majalis

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Botanical Name:
Convallaria majalis
Size:
PLANT PIP
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Bouquets, Container Gardening, Cut Flowers, Ground Cover, Naturalizing, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Shade Garden, Deer Resistant

Flower Color:
White
Flower Form:
Pendant white, waxy, sweetly fragrant, fragile looking, 1/4" bell-shaped flowers with a scalloped edge.
Foliage Type:
Dark green, glossy, elliptical leaves.
Mature Spread:
4 - 6 inches
Spacing:
4 - 6 inches

Growing Tips

Planting Instructions:
Plant 2" deep and 4 - 6" apart
Soil Moisture:
Moist, humus-rich soil.
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Pruning Instructions:
None

Winter Care:
Not needed
Planting Depth:
2" deep
Watering Requirements:
Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater.
Fertilization Requirements:
Once per year
Special Care:
As forcing is a many-step process, Lily-of-the-Valley should either be planted in the garden or discarded after blooms are gone.

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Spring 2025 Shipping Schedule

Bulbs and Bareroot
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