Overview
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' is a perennial in the genus Convallaria, part of the Q157167 family. It typically grows around 0.2 m tall. Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Europe.
About
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' is a perennial notable for its sweetly scented spring flowers. It grows to about 0.2 m and blooms in April to May. The cultivar performs in full sun through full shade and accepts sandy, loamy or clay soils that range from well-drained to wet. All parts are toxic, so avoid placing it where children or pets might ingest foliage or flowers.
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About the genus
Convallaria is a genus of flowering plants, commonly known as lily-of-the-valley. It includes three species native to temperate Eurasia and the east-central United States.
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In the garden
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' is a European perennial valued for its sweetly scented spring display, flowering in April to May and reaching roughly 0.2 m. The scent is the plant’s main attraction and is most apparent when plants are sited near paths or seating where blooms can be enjoyed at close range. Plant in a position that receives anything from full sun to deep shade; this cultivar tolerates both extremes. Soil may be sandy, loamy or clay and can be well-drained, moist yet free-draining, or persistently wet. In the UK it carries an H7 rating (fully hardy), and its USDA range is 2–7, so it withstands cold winters across most British gardens. Use it at the front of a border, in a shaded bed or a moist corner where low stature (about 0.2 m) will not obscure taller neighbours. Because the whole plant is toxic if eaten, choose locations away from children's play areas and consider planting where you can enjoy the scent without direct contact.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Convallaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Full shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained, Wet
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 0.2 m
- Native to
- Europe
- Fragrance
- Sweetly scented
- Toxicity
- Toxic
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall'
- Propagation
- Division, Seed
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall'?
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' prefers full sun and full shade.
What soil does Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' need?
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained to wet.
How big does Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' grow?
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' reaches a height of 0.2 m.
Is Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' hardy in the UK?
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall'?
Division, Seed.
Is Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' toxic?
Toxic.
More in the Convallaria genus
- Convallaria majalislily of the valley
- Convallaria majalis 'Berlin Giant'
- Convallaria majalis 'Flore Pleno' (d)
- Convallaria majalis 'Fortin's Giant'Lily-of-the-valley
- Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans'lily of the valley 'Prolificans'
- Convallaria majalis 'Rosea'rosy lily of the valley
- Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata'Variegated Lily-of-the-valley