Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Polygonatum multiflorum
Solomon’s Seal
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Height
- 2-3 feet
- Width
- 1-2 feet
- Flower color
- White, sometimes with a greenish tinge
- Foliage color
- Green
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Partial shade to full shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low
- Wildlife
- Bees, pollinators
About this plant
Polygonatum multiflorum, commonly known as Solomon's Seal, is a graceful perennial ideal for shaded garden areas, known for its arching stems, pendent white flowers, and lush green foliage. Blooming in late spring to early summer, the mildly fragrant bell-shaped flowers hang in pairs or small clusters from the leaf axils, attracting bees and other pollinators. The alternate, ovate to lanceolate leaves are arranged in two rows along the arching stems, providing a verdant backdrop. Thriving in partial to full shade, Solomon's Seal is perfect for woodland gardens and shaded borders, pairing well with hostas, ferns, and astilbes to create a rich tapestry of textures and colors.
Works well in
Borders · Shade Gardens · Woodland Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Astilbes · Heucheras · Siberian bugloss · Sweet woodruff · Foamflowers · Epimediums
Design tip
The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Cooler light suits it, so tuck it on the north side of a shrub or wall where the soil stays even.
