About

Polygonatum x hybridum 'Striatum' is a perennial characterized by its gently arching stems and vibrant green foliage, marked with creamy white streaks. From the axils of the leaves, clusters of small, creamy-white flowers with green tips emerge, later giving way to small black berries.

About the genus

Polygonatum comprises rhizomatous herbaceous perennials characterized by upright or arching stems that support shiny, elliptical leaves. These plants produce drooping, tubular or bell-like flowers, which may later give rise to black or red berries.

Growing conditions

Sunlight

Full shade, Partial shade

Soil type

Clay, Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

North-facing, West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Spreading branched

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

0.5-1 metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Time to full height

2-5 years

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden

Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and and other protective equipment when handling TOXIC to pets if eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers

Care notes

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in partial or full shade

Pruning

Cut back to the base in late autumn

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring taking care not to damage young, brittle shoots

Pest resistance

May be susceptible to slugs and solomon's seal sawfly

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free