Convallaria majalis 'Albostriata'
Variegated Lily of the Valley, Striped Lily Of The Valley
- Main interest:
- green and yellow variegated foliage; fragrant, bell-shaped white flowers
- Exposure:
- partial to full shade
- Soil humidity:
- moist soil; well drained
- Growth type:
- running
- Flower colour:
- white
- Fragrance:
- fragrant
- Flowering period:
- May to June
- Foliage:
- green with yellow stripes
- USDA Hardiness:
- zone 3a: -40 °C (-40 °F) View Zone Map
- Mature height & width:
- height: 8 in (20 cm) width: 24 in (60 cm)
- Use:
- ground cover, border, container
Variegated Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis 'Albostriata') is a delightful, spreading ground cover with unique creamy-yellow striping along its green leaves - an interesting variation on a garden classic!
The waxy, bell-shaped, sweetly fragrant, white flowers are held amongst and above the upright, variegated, elliptic leaves on nodding stems. A nostalgic favourite in wedding bouquets. The delicate scent of Variegated Lily of the Valley plant is often described as fresh, floral and slightly sweet, and is a beloved fragrance of the spring garden.
A rhizomatous herbaceous perennial, Striped Lily of the Valley may require thinning to control its natural spread. Plant in a container to enjoy without the spread. Standing 8 inches (20 cm) tall, it prefers moist soil, in a partial to full shade garden. Small red berries (poisonous) add colour in the fall.
Lily of the Valley is an attractive and cherished, shade garden wildflower. This Striped Lily of the Valley selection offers a new take on tradition with its distinctive colour and striped leaves.
Note: all parts of Convallaria majalis 'Albostriata' are poisonous to animals.
- Main interest:
- green and yellow variegated foliage; fragrant, bell-shaped white flowers
- Exposure:
- partial to full shade
- Soil humidity:
- moist soil; well drained
- Growth type:
- running
- Flower colour:
- white
- Fragrance:
- fragrant
- Flowering period:
- May to June
- Foliage:
- green with yellow stripes
- USDA Hardiness:
- zone 3a: -40 °C (-40 °F) View Zone Map
- Mature height & width:
- height: 8 in (20 cm) width: 24 in (60 cm)
- Use:
- ground cover, border, container
Variegated Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis 'Albostriata') is a delightful, spreading ground cover with unique creamy-yellow striping along its green leaves - an interesting variation on a garden classic!
The waxy, bell-shaped, sweetly fragrant, white flowers are held amongst and above the upright, variegated, elliptic leaves on nodding stems. A nostalgic favourite in wedding bouquets. The delicate scent of Variegated Lily of the Valley plant is often described as fresh, floral and slightly sweet, and is a beloved fragrance of the spring garden.
A rhizomatous herbaceous perennial, Striped Lily of the Valley may require thinning to control its natural spread. Plant in a container to enjoy without the spread. Standing 8 inches (20 cm) tall, it prefers moist soil, in a partial to full shade garden. Small red berries (poisonous) add colour in the fall.
Lily of the Valley is an attractive and cherished, shade garden wildflower. This Striped Lily of the Valley selection offers a new take on tradition with its distinctive colour and striped leaves.
Note: all parts of Convallaria majalis 'Albostriata' are poisonous to animals.
Synonym(s): Convallaria majalis 'Variegata'
Also known as: Albostriata Lily of the Valley Plant, Variegated May Bells, Striped May Bells, Variegated Muguet, Mary's Tears Plant, Our Lady's Tears Plant, Variegated Lily of the Valley Bulb
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