Overview
Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' is a perennial in the genus Convallaria, part of the Q157167 family. It typically grows around 0.2 m tall. Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Europe, Western Asia and Northern Asia.
About
A perennial ground cover with variegated leaves and sweetly scented, pendent white bell flowers. Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' reaches about 0.2 m and flowers in spring. It tolerates a wide range of soils from sandy to clay and grows in full sun through to full shade. All parts are toxic, so site with care around children and pets.
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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 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' is a variegated form of lily-of-the-valley, native to Europe and parts of western and northern Asia. It carries the species' characteristic sweet scent and produces pendent white bells in spring; flowering runs April to May. As a perennial reaching about 0.2 m it suits close planting where low, scented spring flowers are required. Plant in positions from full sun to full shade and in any soil from sandy through loam to clay, provided moisture ranges from well-drained to consistently moist; it will also tolerate wet ground. Hardiness is H7 (fully hardy), equivalent to USDA zones 2–7, so it will remain planted outdoors through typical UK winters. Use it as a scented ground cover beneath trees, along shaded borders or where a fine-textured, variegated leaf forms a foliage layer. Note the plant is toxic if ingested; avoid planting where children or pets might forage. Expect the signature sweetly scented white bells to appear each April to May, offering a concentrated burst of perfume at ground level.
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 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 0.2 m
- Native to
- Europe, Western Asia, Northern Asia
- Fragrance
- Sweetly scented
- Toxicity
- Toxic
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata'?
Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' prefers full sun and full shade.
What soil does Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' need?
Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' 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 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' grow?
Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' reaches a height of 0.2 m.
Is Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' hardy in the UK?
Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
Is Convallaria majalis 'Variegata' or 'Lineata' 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 'Hardwick Hall'Lily-of-the-valley
- Convallaria majalis 'Prolificans'lily of the valley 'Prolificans'
- Convallaria majalis 'Rosea'rosy lily of the valley