Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans'

Also Known As

Prolificans Lily of the Valley

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 24"-60"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans' plant details

Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 60 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, spreading, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans' is a highly sought after, double-flowering lily-of the valley. Expect the classic quintessential waxy, fragrant, bell-shaped flowers but in double form. Foliage is bright green, upright and elliptical. Very cold hardy. Plant under deciduous trees or shrubs and as an effective groundcover in the part sun to shady garden. An early spring pollen source for native bees. Deer resistant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Seemingly double, white flowers perfume the spring air in the woodland garden. Spreading, it will form a successfully weed-suppressing mat. Enjoy its exuberance or plant in a confining situation, pot, trough, or edged bed. 10" T Minimum temperature: -30 °F