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Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans'
lily-of-the-valley
Branching stems bear double-white tight clusters of pendent, rounded blooms on this most enchanting May-time visitor. Perfect for naturalising in a...
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Branching stems bear double-white tight clusters of pendent, rounded blooms on this most enchanting May-time visitor. Perfect for naturalising in a woodland garden setting, or simply beneath a border with a deciduous canopy, Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans' is a showy variety of the ever popular lily of the valley, whose perfumed flowers last long after being cut and make wonderful additions to either a hand-tied posy or a vase.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Light shade / shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Convallaria majalis Prolificans:
Convallaria thrives in shady spots with well-drained, humus-rich soil. When planting bare root rhizomes, position them 5-8cm (2-3in) deep and space them 20cm (8in) apart to allow room for spreading.
Potted plants can be placed at 30cm (12in) apart and will increase to provide excellent ground cover. Water the rhizomes well after planting to help establish them.
To maintain healthy growth and prevent overcrowding, divide and replant clumps in September by carefully lifting the clumps and separating the rhizomes, ensuring each division has some roots attached.
Apply a generous mulch of composted leaf mould around the base of the plant to help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and enrich the soil as it decomposes.
Potted plants can be placed at 30cm (12in) apart and will increase to provide excellent ground cover. Water the rhizomes well after planting to help establish them.
To maintain healthy growth and prevent overcrowding, divide and replant clumps in September by carefully lifting the clumps and separating the rhizomes, ensuring each division has some roots attached.
Apply a generous mulch of composted leaf mould around the base of the plant to help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and enrich the soil as it decomposes.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in the summer, then fresh new growth will appear again in the spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: TOXIC if eaten
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