Polygonatum odoratum var. pluriflorum 'Variegatum' - Variegated Fragrant Solomon's Seal

Variegated Fragrant Solomon’s Seal is a shade loving herbaceous perennial with gracefully arching stems.  Showy light green veined foliage edged with white emerge on red stems and turn yellow in fall.  Sweetly fragrant clusters of small bell-shaped white flowers dangle from the leave axils in spring are followed by blue-black fruit seeds.  Best grown in part shade and rich moist well-drained soils.  Tolerates both wet and dry soils.  Unlike the native species, Fragrant Solomon's Seal may cause discomfort if eaten.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Water regularly. No serious pests or diseases.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, Foundation Plantings, and Containers. 

COMPANION PLANTS: Hosta, Giant Leopard Plant, Jacob’s Ladder

Image: KENPEI, Polygonatum odoratum2, CC BY-SA 3.0