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Polygonatum multiflorum

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 1'

planting zones

  • 4a-6b

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Polygonatum multiflorum plant details

Polygonatum multiflorum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring cream and green flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, alkaline, clay, gritty and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polygonatum multiflorum

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and green blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polygonatum multiflorum

USDA Zones: 4a - 6b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, clay, gritty and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Solomon's Seal. Descendants from a wild collection in Belgium, this is a good doer in the garden. Easily increasing to form a loose clump of 2' arching stems under which hang in ranks paired white thimble shaped flowers which are then followed by round black fruit. Long interest period, Tolerant of some dry.

Gardening facts about Polygonatum multiflorum plant

How to Grow Polygonatum multiflorum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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