Don’t let its delicate beauty fool you, lily of the valley is highly toxic to both people and pets. This innocent-looking perennial contains glycosides and saponins that can cause heart problems, digestive issues, and even death if ingested. Learn more about lily of the valley toxicity in this guide. Read more now.
Finding the right flowering plants for your shade garden can be problematic, and early blooming and fragrant varieties can be few and far between. Luckily, there’s lily of the valley, a happy-to-spread and pleasantly scented addition that fits in those neglected corners of your flowerbeds. Read more on Gardener’s Path.
Fragrant lily of the valley is a charming spring flower with bell-shaped blossoms. Despite its demure appearance, this ground-covering perennial is a vigorous grower that can become invasive. Read on and learn to divide lily of the valley to keep it in check and enjoy it in beds, borders, and drifts for years to come.
Lily of the valley sports delicate, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in spring. It’s ideal for adding to shady gardens, growing happily in Zones 3 to 7. But did you know there are a number of different varieties available, with variegated leaves and even pink flowers? Learn about 19 gorgeous types in this guide. Read more.
Perennial lily of the valley, Convallaria majalis, grows in full to partial shade and blooms in early spring. The fragrant white blossoms nestle among lush green leaves, but sometimes the foliage can turn yellow for a variety of reasons. Learn about 13 causes of yellow foliage and how to address them in this guide.
You’ve probably heard the saying “too much of a good thing,” right? It applies to desserts and it applies to plants. Beloved garden favorites like lily of the valley can sometimes escape cultivation and become invasive menaces. Learn how to control lily of the valley in this guide. Read more now.
Lily of the valley is an easy care perennial with delightful, fragrant flowers when given the right growing conditions. But a few issues, like overcrowding, dry soil, or too much sun can cause the plants to fail to bloom. For an abundance of flowers, learn about some easy fixes for lily of the valley that won’t bloom.