This shade-loving plant is also a tough and reliable ground cover that will grow almost everywhere in the country. Planted beneath shade trees, on steep banks or against a foundation, it will give you a lush carpet of green from spring to fall.
Longfield Gardens offers lily of the valley as grade 1 bare root plants. Each plant sometimes called a "pip" has a well-developed root system. Once planted, it will quickly settle in and start growing. Shop for lily of the valley HERE. The plants will also grow in full shade, but may not produce as many flowers. ZONE : Lily of the valley is hardy in zones Not sure about your hardiness zone? Check the USDA zone map here. Potted plants may be planted at any time during the growing season.
Lily of the valley is a shade-loving groundcover with a dense root system. Growing lilies is one of the most interesting jobs, for me this is the most beautiful flower in the world.
I loved your article, I have been trying for years to grow Lily of the Valley and they always seem to fail. I am so excited to have them and so grateful to this lovely lady for just giving them to me. There are still good people … Read more ». I ordered some Lily of the Valley seeds. You should be able to plant them more or less when you have them, but cooler temperatures are ideal for growing lily of the valley in any form.
You mentioned using plastic barriers to control spreading. What exactly did you use and where would I find them? I also love my Lily of the Valleys! The plastic barriers can likely be found at any garden center. The material is about eight inches tall and is easy to flex about and place it where you want it. Hello Matt, I love Lily of the Valleys and would love to plant them in the right of way under our Green Spruce tree lower boughs 4ft off ground for everyone walking by to enjoy their fragrance and dainty beauty.
I would line the area with a soaker hose I could tie into for watering in drier parts of summer. Do you agree it would be foolish for me to attempt? Live in zone 6 central IL.
Also toying with the idea of dispersing a few daffodils or another contrasting color … Read more ». I had a similar set-up, though I placed my plants beneath a yew hedge, and everything grew happily.
The only issue I might see with the project is the lack of light for daffodils, but again, the only way to know for sure is to put them in the ground and see what happens. Daffodils may work. You could also try astilbe, or some colorful annuals; I am a fan of planting annuals in these scenarios because you can mix up … Read more ».
I get to learn about flowers and plants that otherwise I might not. I think it takes refuge in my neighbours garden. Anyway, thanks for sharing all of your knowledge on Lily of … Read more ». I might include lily of the valley in there! Weeds like bindweed are awful. Except when listening to modern music. Wear a protective vinyl glove and put a disposable cotton glove over it.
Dip your … Read more ». Hi, Matt! Loved this article. Is it better to plant bulbs in the late fall or plants in early spring? I am always a believer in fall planting. It gives the plants a chance to settle in to cooling temperatures rather than warming ones.
Spring or fall could both work, but fall gets my vote! This is an amazing article! Great pictures too! Convallaria majalis The first time I encountered lily of the valley, I smelled it before I saw it. I wondered what it could be. Bonide Neem Oil, available on Amazon When problems do arise, they can usually be controlled with trusty neem oil. Facebook Twitter Pinterest About Matt Suwak Matt Suwak was reared by the bear and the bobcat and the coyote of rural Pennsylvania.
More Posts Notify of. Oldest Newest Most Voted. Inline Feedbacks. Matt Suwak mattsuwak. Reply to Amy 3 years ago. Thanks, Amy! I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and kudos! Reply to Matt Suwak 1 year ago. Reply to Elizabeth Wilson 2 years ago. Reply to Diana Verhulst 2 years ago. Reply to Lori Matthews 2 years ago. In mild, coastal climates, they bloom from March to April. Lily of the valley can be grown indoors as a potted plant to bloom out of season.
The bulb plant forms a main stem from a rhizome that is just beneath the soil surface. Plant lily of the valley outdoors in fall.
Lily of the valley grows 6 to 12 inches tall and has deep-green, spearlike foliage. The tiny bell-shaped flowers form in strands atop a single stem. Lily of the valley spreads aggressively in cool, moist climates. The plant thrives in coastal regions but grows poorly in hot, inland areas. The plant requires partial to full shade to grow well.
As a native woodland plant, it needs rich, humus soil and consistent moisture. Plant lily of the valley as a ground-cover under large trees.
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