Solomon's seal (Polygonatum humile) pol-ig-on-AY-tum HEW-mih-lee Genus:  Polygonatum Polygonatum humile is an upright, rhizomatous perennial native to eastern Europe and western Asia. Ovate leaves are arranged alternately on the stems. Pendent, tubular white flowers hang like little bells from the leaf axils, followed by round bluish-black fruit. Grow in a shady border, rock garden, or woodland. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Pendent, tubular white flowers in late spring. Grows in full shade. Care:  Full or partial shade and fertile, organically rich, moist but well-drained soil. Propagation:  Divide in autumn or when growth begins in spring (take care not to damage young shoots). Sow seed in a cold frame in autumn.   Problems:  Slugs and sawfly larvae.

Overview

Height 6 in. to 12 in. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Runs Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Part Shade to Full Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Bloom Time Late Spring, Spring Flower Color White Uses Beds and Borders Style Rock Garden, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Perennials