Plants in genus polygonatum
Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Spiral Staircase' is a unique plant discovered in Korea, featuring large leaves that grow close together on slightly twisting stems. It produces clusters of small, white, bell-shaped flowers in early spring and blue-black berries in fall.
Polygonatum odoratum 'Double Stuff'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Double Stuff' is a plant with 18-inch tall red stalks and white-edged leaves with wide margins. It produces small white bell-shaped flowers in April and is slower growing due to reduced chlorophyll, making it a distinctive choice for shaded gardens.
Polygonatum humile 'Tom Thumb'
Polygonatum humile 'Tom Thumb' is a dwarf form of Solomon's seal, originating from the alpine regions of Honshu, Japan. It features slowly spreading, pencil-sized rhizomes and 6-inch stalks with small leaves. In spring, it produces white bell-like flowers, making it a great naturalizer in woodland gardens. This compact plant is ideal for shade gardens and can add a delicate touch to rock gardens.
Polygonatum odoratum 'Koryu'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Koryu' is a unique Japanese selection of Solomon's seal, known for its slightly arching stalks and distinctive grey-green leaves with a raised dragon-ridge pattern. This perennial plant reaches about 16 inches in height and produces small, dangling white flowers in the spring. It is well-suited for shaded areas and can attract butterflies and other insects. The plant is drought-tolerant and can thrive in dry shade, making it a versatile addition to gardens. Its foliage adds a textured, ornamental quality to landscapes, and it is resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners.
Polygonatum odoratum var. odoratum
Polygonatum odoratum var. odoratum is a perennial plant known for its delicate pink buds that evolve into a 20-inch ladder of green leaves edged in white. This plant produces small white flowers that dangle beneath arching stems and turns bright yellow before going dormant in fall. It spreads to 3 feet wide in 5 years and was named the 2013 Perennial Plant of the Year. Its unique foliage and seasonal interest make it a popular choice for gardens seeking a touch of elegance and color.
Polygonatum humile 'Run Dmz'
Polygonatum humile 'Run Dmz' is a dwarf Japanese form of Solomon's seal, featuring 1-foot tall stems with light green foliage and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It spreads slowly, forming a 4-foot wide patch over five years, and is well-suited for woodland gardens in both moist and dry soils.
Polygonatum latifolium 'Washfield Form'
Polygonatum latifolium 'Washfield Form' is a type of Solomon's seal with arching stems that reach 10 inches tall. It features lily-of-the-valley-like flowers in late April and spreads via thick rhizomes, forming a 4-foot wide patch in five years. This plant is ideal for shaded areas, adding elegance with its graceful foliage and delicate blooms.
Polygonatum hybridum 'Giganteum'
Polygonatum hybridum 'Giganteum' is a hybrid plant that forms a dense clump of 30-inch tall stalks adorned with white bells. It thrives in part sun to shade and is suitable for cottage gardens and shade perennials.
Polygonatum punctatum 'Bswj2395'
Polygonatum punctatum 'Bswj2395' is an epiphytic plant with highly purple-flecked stems and dark green evergreen leaves. It grows to 15 inches tall and produces tiny light lavender flowers in April, followed by red berries in late summer. This plant thrives on moss-covered trees and rock outcrops, adding a unique touch to gardens.
Polygonatum odoratum 'Angel Wing'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Angel Wing' is a vigorous grower with branching rhizomes, reaching 3 feet wide in 5 years. It features extra wide, creamy leaf edges and small, dangling white tubular flowers in late April. This plant prefers average to slightly dry soils.
Polygonatum involucratum 'Green Hankies'
Polygonatum involucratum 'Green Hankies' is a unique plant from Korea's Mt. Chuwang, known for its arching stems and small green flowers. It features a large green involucre resembling a handkerchief and can spread to form a groundcover up to 4 feet wide. This plant is adaptable to both moist and dry soils and is suitable for shade gardens.
Polygonatum odoratum 'Prince Charming'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Prince Charming' is a European form of Solomon's seal with 15-inch tall stems and pendant white flowers in late April. It produces blue fruit in autumn and is suitable for open woodland or morning sun locations.
Polygonatum latifolium
Polygonatum latifolium forms thick clumps of upright, arched stalks with dark green, nearly round leaves. It produces small white flowers in mid-April and can form a 2-foot wide patch in five years. This plant is suitable for shaded areas and attracts butterflies.
Polygonatum falcatum 'Silver Lining'
Polygonatum falcatum 'Silver Lining' is a captivating perennial from Japan, featuring narrow green leaves with a dramatic silver stripe. In early spring, it produces small, dangling white flowers. Over five years, it forms a clump about 1 foot wide, reaching a height of 2 feet. This plant is well-suited for shaded gardens and is known for attracting butterflies.