Polygonatum verticillatum Roseum

Belonging to the Solomon''s Seal family. Slender stemmed with whorls of narrow leaves and clusters of pink flowers up the stems in early summer. Red berries take their places in the late summer as the leaves begin to yellow, starting the garden’s autumnal mood. More delicate looking than many of the family, but just as tough underneath it all.

Planting Instructions

The Solomon's Seal family are hardy perennials that grow nearly anywhere. Their preference is for heavier moisture retentive soils in some shade, but many of ours seem to be grown in full sun, where the plants tend to be shorter, but otherwise fine. Some, though not all, are vulnerable to the Solomon's Seal Saw Fly, whose larvae may devour the leaves in early summer. Plant in semi-shade 4-5" (10-13cm) deep and 5" (13cm) apart, in rich garden soil, and water in well. Pink flowers in June in clusters up the stems amidst whorls of narrow leaves, followed by red berries in Sept. 18" (45cm) tall.

Plant Details

Flowers   June
Height     18" (45cm)
Hardy