Maianthemum racemosum subsp. amplexicaule

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Key characteristics

Family: Asparagaceae
Height: 24 to 36 in
Width: 18 to 30 in
Flower color: Creamy white feathery plume like clusters with pink stems, and buds
Foliage color: Soft green arching leaves clasping upright gently curving stems
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light: Partial shade to full shade
Water: Moderate
Maintenance: Low allow stems to die back naturally and divide clumps when crowded
Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 8
Wildlife: Bees butterflies and birds attracted to summer berries

Perennials

Maianthemum racemosum subsp. amplexicaule

Western False Solomon's Seal

Maianthemum racemosum subsp. amplexicaule rises on gently arching stems lined with broad, clasping green leaves that create a calm woodland presence through the growing season. In late spring to early summer, airy plumes of tiny cream to white flowers open above the foliage, their reddish stems, buds, and developing ovaries lending the inflorescences a soft pink cast, especially in bright light or early fruit formation.

Light

Partial shade to full shade

Water

Moderate

Bloom time

Late spring to early summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Shade Gardens
Woodland Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Bird Gardens

Companion plants

Heucheras · Siberian bugloss · Sweet woodruff · Foamflowers · Epimediums · Hostas

Design tip

Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. Keep it out of hot afternoon sun and layer it with woodland companions for a full, settled look.

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