Convallaria Majalis (Lily Of The Valley)

£4.99

Position: partial or full shade
Soil: leafy, fertile, humus-rich, moist soil
Rate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: May
Hardiness: fully hardy
Ever popular, lily-of-the-valley is an excellent groundcover plant for moist, humus-rich areas of the garden, quickly spreading to form a fragrant carpet of pure white, bell-shaped flowers and long, dark green leaves. The plant flourishes in sun or partial shade, and the diminutive, bell-like flowers are traditionally an important part of spring wedding bouquets. The seeds may cause a mild stomach upset if ingested.Garden care: Divide and replant congested colonies in September, applying a generous mulch of composted leaf mould around the base of the plant.

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