Polygonatum sibiricum

Taller plants with a slender profile and fine leaves which are more olive in colour. At the internodes hang greenish white flowers that insects love and in the autumn red fruits when pollenated. Sun or part shade suits them fine.

Planting Instructions

The Solomon's Seal family are hardy perennials that grow nearly anywhere. Their preference is for heavier moisture retentive soils in some shade, but many of ours seem to be grown in full sun, where the plants tend to be shorter, but otherwise fine. Some, though not all, are vulnerable to the Gooseberry Saw Fly, whose larvae may devour the leaves in early summer. Plant in semi-shade 4-5" deep and 4-5" apart, in rich garden soil, and water in well.

Plant Details

Flowers  June

Height      38" (90cm)