Polygonatum x hybridum 'Wakehurst'

Solomon's seal, Polygonatum x hybridum, is an old cottage garden plant, producing graceful, arching stems with precisely paired, oval leaves along their length. These are quickly joined by dangling, green-tipped, white bell-shaped flowers that persist throughout late spring and early summer. It's perfect for growing in a mixed, partially shaded border or woodland planting scheme, and looks lovely paired with corydalis and bleeding heart.

Polygonatum x hybridum ‘Wakehurst’ has particularly dark foliage with slender stems, and deep lilac flowers.

Grow Polygonatum x hybridum ‘Wakehurst’ in moist but well-drained soil in a cool, shady spot. Cut the plant back to the ground in autumn. Lift and divide large clumps in early spring.