Lily of the Valley Not Blooming in Deep Shade

Gardener's 5-year-old lily of the valley in zero sun blooms poorly; trillium and bleeding heart thrive there.

Lily of the valley (Convallaria) needs some morning sun in spring to bloom well. Deep shade reduces flowers but not foliage.

Trillium and bleeding heart tolerate deeper shade. Different species, different needs.

Right plant, right place—lily of the valley wants a bit of spring sun.

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