Partial Shade
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
---|---|---|
25cm | Max | 90cm |
15cm | Min | 60cm |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter


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Lily-of-the-valley Overview
Small genus consisting of just 3 hardy, herbaceous, rhizomatous, perennial species, one of which is commonly called lily-of-the-valley. Recent investigation has placed 2 more species within this genus. Native to cool temperate regions in Asia and Europe, this genus is characterised by the lily of the valley species, which is the most well studied. It originates from woodland habitats and has small 5-10mm, sweet smelling, white or pink, bell-shaped flowers.
Common problems with Lily-of-the-valley
How to propagate Lily-of-the-valley
Division
Division after flowering in autumn.
Other uses of Lily-of-the-valley
Ground cover
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