Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Groundcover

Lily of the Valley
Convallaria majalis

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Lily of the Valley
Lily of the Valley
 
Features
Small, fragrant,white flowers in spring. 
 
Culture
Partial to full shade. Lily of the Valley prefers a moist, organic soil. 
 
Cultivars
  • 'Flore Pleno'-double flowers.
  • 'Rosea'-light purplish pink flowers.
 
 
Mature Height
6-12 Inches
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
White
 
 
Bloom Season
April - April
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Anthracnose and stem rots are potential problems.
 
Additional Notes
Lily of the Valley is a strong, colonizing groundcover and may be considered aggressive.

 

 
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