Solomon's Seal, Smooth

Polygonatum biflorum (Great Solomon's Seal)

In May, tiny greenish white blossoms with blue berries dangle downward from arching stems. In the fall, the foliage turns gold. Rhizomes spread slowly to generate vast stands of plants.

Plant Type Native, Perennials
Hardiness Zone 3-9
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer
Height3' - 6' (ft)
Spread12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in)
Spacing 24 ft
Water Needs Low, Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Great Foliage, Showy
Tolerance Dry Soil
Attracts Birds, Butterflies
Garden Uses Beds and Borders
Solomon's Seal, Smooth | Polygonatum biflorum (Great Solomon's Seal) || In May, tiny greenish white blossoms with blue berries dangle downward from arching stems. In the fall, the foliage turns gold. Rhizomes spread slowly to generate vast stands of plants.
Native, Full Sun, Partial Sun, Spring, Summer, Low Water Needs, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Great Foliage, Showy, Dry Soil Tolerant, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Beds and Borders
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