Solomon's Seal

Polygonatum biflorum
Native species (variegated form is Asian) Phase 2 ยท Layering out Perennials & Groundcover
โ˜€ Light
Shade to part shade
๐Ÿ’ง Water
Moist
๐Ÿ“ Mature size
1.5โ€“3 ft
๐ŸŒธ Bloom / interest
White dangling bells under arching stems, spring; gold fall
๐Ÿƒ Foliage
Deciduous
๐ŸŒŽ Native
Native species (variegated form is Asian)
๐ŸฆŒ Deer
Sometimes browsed
๐Ÿ›’ How many
7โ€“12

Why we want it

Graceful arching architecture that adds vertical line and rhythm among lower mounding plants. The variegated form lights up shade.

Where it goes in our yard

Mid-layer accents woven with ferns and hostas.

Planting & care

Spreads slowly by rhizome into a stand. Trouble-free in moist shade.

What to buy

Native P. biflorum, or variegated 'Variegatum' for brightness.

Sourcing

Native and specialty nurseries.

Read more at NC State Extension โ†’