Photo of Maianthemum stellatum 'Blue Dune' flower by J.G. in SF

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Maianthemum stellatum 'Blue Dune'

Also Known As

  • Smilacina stellata 'Blue Dune'
  • Blue Dune Starry False Solomon's Seal

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 20"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Maianthemum stellatum 'Blue Dune' plant details

Maianthemum stellatum 'Blue Dune' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Maianthemum stellatum 'Blue Dune'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 20 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Maianthemum stellatum 'Blue Dune'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Maianthemum stellatum is a lovely rhizomatous perennial that forms upright and slightly arching stems with lance-shaped green leaves and small, terminal clusters of star-like white flowers in spring. It is native to much of North America (including BC) except for the US southeast. 'Blue Dune' is a special form with very attractive bluish green leaves that makes an effective and beautiful groundcover from part sun to full shade. Plants may develop red berries by fall. Formerly known as Smilacina stellata.

Gardening facts about Maianthemum stellatum 'Blue Dune' plant

How to Grow Maianthemum stellatum 'Blue Dune'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-10b

Size

Height: 18"-38"

Width: 24"-27"

  • shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Maianthemum aff. flexuosum, Smilacina aff. flexuosum

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

8a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-20"

Width: 12"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Smilacina oleracea, Smilacina oleraceum, Chinese False Solomon's Seal

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 2'-6'

Width: 2'-4'

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture
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aka Smilacina stellata, False Solomons Seal, Starry False Lily of the Valley

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-24"

Width: 8"-18"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka False Lily of the Valley

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 12"-60"

  • dappled shade - shade
  • even moisture
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