Speirantha gardenii
false lily of the valley
A rhizomatous perennial to about 25cm, producing a mound of shiny, pointed, oval, evergreen leaves. Sprays of small, white, scented, star-shaped flowers open in late spring
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full shade
- Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Speirantha is a genus of one species of low-growing evergreen perennial, grown for its spring plumes of small, bright white flowers and for evergreen foliage which makes good ground cover in a shady site.
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- China
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a sheltered position in full or partial shade in leafy, well-drained soil
Propagation
Propagate by division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
- Ground cover
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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