Maianthemum aff. salvinii [JSM]

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

8a-10b

Maianthemum aff. salvinii [JSM] plant details

Maianthemum aff. salvinii [JSM] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Maianthemum aff. salvinii [JSM]

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: pleated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Maianthemum aff. salvinii [JSM]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Enchanting disporum relative, this Joshua McCullough collection from Northern Vietnam has pleated evergreen leaves and racemes of nearly white flowers flushed with salmon on stems to about 18" tall. Slowly spreads to create a lovely groundcover. Lovers dappled shade and fairly consistent moisture. Frost hardy to 10 °F, USDA zone 8.