Polygonatum Variegatum

Solomon's Seal

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2013 PPA Plant of the Year
Perfect in a moist shady spot, this Polygonatum variegated classic will charm you with its dainty pendulous perfectly-spaced fragrant white bells along the underside of the arching leaves. In late summer flowers can be followed by blue-black pea sized berries. Foliage is clean and attractive all season, turning yellow in the fall.

Code POVA

Patent

Plant Type Perennials

Species odoratum

Height Medium 2-3'

Spacing Plant 1' apart

Bloom Time Early Spring to Mid-Spring

Sun / Shade Half Sun / Half Shade to Full Shade

Zones 3-9

Soil Type Normal, Sandy, Clay, Acidic

Water Needs Medium

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Product

PPA Plant of the Year

Chosen by a national association of gardeners and growers, these standout perennials are suitable for a wide range of growing climates, require little maintenance and offer multiple-season interest!

Special Features

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Good for Cut Flowers
  • Fragrant
  • Attracts Hummingbirds
  • Shade Tolerant
  • Wet Site Tolerant

Polygonatum General Information

Polygonatum spread slowly by rhizomes, likes a moist but well-drained soil. Sweetly fragrant flowers makes this an elegant addition to your shade garden. Even the Hummers are known to visit. This is truly an all-season perennial. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Polygonatum Plant Care

Low-maintenance. Prefers a rich, organic soil. Division is seldom necessary but can be done in early spring before sprouting. Old flowers simply drop off plant. Stems can be pulled off easily after frost. Slow to establish but long-lived once mature.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zone 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zone 8: Late March to Early April
  • Zone 9, 10: Late March

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October

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