Common name- Solomons Seal
Solomon’s Seal is a genus of woodland perennials, which can be either clump-forming or ground-covering. They produce clusters of green-white, hanging flowers beneath their arching stems, followed by blue, black or red berries.
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| Polygonatum commutatum |
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| Polygonatum x hybridum "Striatum" |
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| Polygonatum multiflorum |
"Striatum" is often mislabelled as variegatum and conversely p.falcatum variegatum is misapplied to this variety. True stratum has this cream striated variegation to its leaves. The falcatum variegated form only has a cream line around the edge of the leaf.
There are many other Polygonatum varieties available but these are the most widely available due to being the easiest to establish in British gardens.
Maianthemum (Formerly Smilacina) - Aspargaceae
These are hardy plants that make excellent ground cover in a shady spot. They are also grown for their clusters of tiny, scented flowers and subsequent berries.
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| Maianthemum stellatum |
This small woodland plant makes excellent ground cover. The small star-like flowers contrast well with the mid green glossy leaves. Unlike a lot of the other varieties the perfume is insignificant.
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| Mainathemum racemosum |
This is the most highly perfumed form of these plants and makes wonderful clumps in humus rich woodland. Once the clumps are well established division in autumn is the best way of propagating them.
Many other choice varieties are available but you will have to search these out.
There is a hybrid form being sold under the label racemosum and it does not have the reliability of flower or plant strength of the true form. As it starts to grow you can see the leaf and stem structure is not as robust.
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