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Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase'

Also Known As

  • Spiral Staircase Solomon's Seal

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase' plant details

Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: big leaves, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Intereresting selection by Tony Avent from a collection on Korea's Cheju islanad. This has closely set somewhat rounded leaves on stems that are slightly twisted giving the effect of a spiral staircase if you have a mind given to flights of wild fancy. Black fruits follow the white flowers.

Gardening facts about Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase' plant

How to Grow Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Fruit

    • blue
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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