Lily Of The Valley Seeds - Flower Plant

Lily of the valley, botanically known as Convallaria majalis, is a low-growing perennial plant valued for its spreading growth habit and delicate, bell-shaped white flowers. It forms dense colonies through underground rhizomes and is well suited to shaded or woodland garden environments. This species prefers cool to moderate climates and thrives in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil with partial to full shade. While it can be grown from seeds, germination is slow and often requires a period of cold stratification to break dormancy, with seedlings taking time to establish. The plant gradually spreads over time and is commonly used for ground cover in shaded areas.

Features

• Low-growing perennial with spreading, colony-forming habit
• Produces small, bell-shaped white flowers
• Suitable for shaded gardens and woodland planting
• Prefers moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil
• Slow establishment from seed with gradual growth

Specifications

• Scientific name: Convallaria majalis
• Common name (US): Lily Of The Valley
• Seed type / variety: White flowering variety
• Growth habit: Low-growing, rhizomatous perennial
• USDA zones: 3-9
• Planting season: Fall or early spring
• Growing season: Spring to early summer
• Sowing Season:
  • Fall: October to December
  • Early Spring: February to March
• Germination time and conditions: Several weeks to months; requires cold stratification and may germinate irregularly
• Sunlight requirements: Partial shade to full shade
• Soil requirements: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil
• Watering needs: Moderate, keep soil consistently moist
• Mature plant size: 15-30 cm height, 20-30 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 15-25 cm between plants