Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) fragrant

Description: Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) fragrant perennials - 10 roots,bare root rhizomes/plants.Fresh roots/rhizomes/plants When it comes to seasonal scents, for many people "spring" can be summed up by one flower: lily of the valley. This dainty blossom has an appearance and fragrance that match; both are clean, sweet and loved by all. Lily of the valley can be forced in just 3 to 4 weeks indoors for much-needed middle of the winter fragrance. Most people don't realize how easy this is to do. Lily of the valley is known for its pure white, bell-shaped flowers and unforgettable perfume. This shade-loving plant is also a tough and reliable ground cover that will grow almost everywhere in the country. Planted beneath shade trees, on steep banks or against a foundation, it will give you a lush carpet of green from spring to fall. Lily of the valley is a shade-loving ground cover with a dense root system. As the plants grow, the roots spread and will eventually crowd out weeds and most other nearby plants. Over time, just a few plants will become a lush carpet of green. From spring to fall, lily of the valley will keep landscaped areas looking neatly maintained with little or no attention. Outdoor Beds Find a location where the soil drains well. If there are still water puddles 5-6 hours after a hard rain, scout out another site. Or amend the soil with the addition of organic material to raise the level 2"-3" to improve the drainage. Peat moss, compost, ground bark or decomposed manure all work well and are widely available. Lily of the valley plants like soils that provide average amounts of moisture but will not be happy in water logged settings.Site your "pips" or bulbous roots where they will receive light to moderate shadeHere's an insider's trick: Soak your pips in lukewarm water before planting. The pips will absorb water, wake up and be ready to take off. Just take the plastic bag your pips are shipped in, add enough lukewarm water so the peat in the bag is saturated and leave the bag in your sink for a couple of hours. The pips should swell a bit and become hard.Before tucking your pips into the planting medium, snip the last inch off the roots. This will activate the roots, encourage moisture uptake and jump start the growing process. Plant your lily of the valley so the tops barely poke above the soil surface, about 4" apart. Don't wait too long, as pips can dry up if left out of the ground (and out of a humidity controlled cooler) for more than a week or ten days.After planting, water generously, soaking the soil to settle it around the roots. Top growth will begin to form quickly, usually in just a week or so, depending on the amount of available warmth.When in bloom, feel free to cut the petite bell-shaped flowers for bouquets. This will not hurt the plants and these flowers are some of the best for small, scented bedside bouquets. Ahhh, sweet dreams.Provide supplemental water, as needed in the spring, summer and fall; about 1" total (rain and irrigation) per week is a good general estimate. Keep in mind that occasional deep waterings are better than frequent lighter drinks.After blooming has finished for the season leave the foliage in place; don’t cut it off. The leaves will gather sunlight, create food through photosynthesis and strengthen the plants for the future. Water as needed. Leaves may be removed if they yellow later in the season. This depends location as lily of the valley make a nice evergreen groundcover in many areas where the weather is warm to moderately cold.Your lily of the valley will rest for a few months before beginning the next growing cycle in spring. Pots, Barrels, Tubs & Urns Fill your containers with good quality, well-drained soil. Almost any commercially available potting medium will work fine. Make sure there are adequate drainage holes so the soil does not become waterlogged.Site your "pips" or bulbous roots where they will receive light to moderate shadeHere's an insider's trick: Soak your pips in lukewarm water before planting. The pips will absorb water, wake up and be ready to take off. Just take the plastic bag your pips are shipped in, add enough lukewarm water so the peat in the bag is saturated and leave the bag in your sink for a couple of hours. The pips should swell a bit and become hard.Before tucking your pips into the planting medium, snip the last inch off the roots. This will activate the roots, encourage moisture uptake and jump start the growing process. Plant your lily of the valley so the tops barely poke above the soil surface, about 4" apart. Don't wait too long, as pips can dry up if left out of the ground (and out of a humidity controlled cooler) for more than a week or ten days.Lily of the valley flower early in the season. For ongoing color underplant large containers with petite hostas (golden tiara provides contrasting color), hardy gloxizinia and dwarf hardy cannas.After planting, water generously, soaking the soil to settle it around the roots. Top growth will begin to form quickly, usually in just a week or so, depending on temperature. Warmer sites prompt faster growth.When in bloom, feel free to cut the petite bell-shaped flowers for bouquets. This will not hurt the plants and these flowers are some of the best for small, scented bedside bouquets. Ahhh, sweet dreams.Provide supplemental water, as needed in the spring, summer and fall; about 1" total (rain and irrigation) per week is a good general estimate. Keep in mind that occasional deep waterings are better than frequent lighter drinks.After blooming has finished for the season leave the foliage in place; don’t cut it off. The leaves will gather sunlight, create food through photosynthesis and strengthen the plants for the future. Water as needed. Leaves may be removed if they yellow later in the season. This depends location as lily of the valley make a nice evergreen groundcover in many areas where the weather is warm to moderately cold.Your lily of the valley will rest for a few months before beginning the next growing cycle in spring.

Price: 12.99 USD

Location: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

End Time: 2024-09-12T02:54:40.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.2 USD