Lily of the Valley, May bells (Convallaria majalis) Lily of the valley's bell-shaped, sweetly scented flowers bloom in early spring. It likes partial to full shade and is perfect for a woodland garden. It may not be the best choice for your beds and borders because it tends to spread, but it is a perfect ground cover if you have a large shady spot under some trees. Noteworthy Characteristics:  All parts of this plant are poisonous. And they are deer resistant! Care:  Grow in an area that gets shade for at least half the day. Mulch to make sure the soil stays moist. Divide if flowers become sparse. Propagation: 

 By division.

Problems: 

 Sometimes stem rot.

Overview

Height 6 in. to 12 in. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Part Shade to Full Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Bees, Attracts Song Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Fragrant Flowers, Native, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Spring, Spring Uses Beds and Borders, Shade, Ground Covers, Cut Flower, Naturalizing Style Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant Type Perennials