lily of the valley

Convallaria keiskei

Lily of the Valley (Convallaria keiskei) is a perennial herbaceous plant with beautiful white, bell-shaped flowers that grows primarily in forested areas.

Growth Characteristics- Ecology: It thrives in partial shade or shade and prefers high-quality soil rich in leaf mold.
- Height: It grows to a height of approximately 15–30 cm.
- Flowering Period: It blooms with small white flowers between May and June.
- Propagation Ability: It propagates via rhizomes and forms colonies.

Propagation Methods- Rhizome Division: Propagates by cutting rhizomes in autumn or early spring. Simply cut them to a length of 5–10 cm and plant them.
- Seed Propagation: Propagation by seeds is possible, but requires more time and specific conditions for germination.

Cultivation Methods- Soil: Well-drained soil rich in leaf mold is suitable.
- Light: It prefers partial shade or shade. - Watering: Water moderately, taking care not to overwater.
- Temperature: It is resistant to cold, making it suitable for temperatures in Korea.

Garden Use
- It can be used as ground cover in various shaded areas.
- Planting it in small gardens or along the edges of shaded pathways provides a decorative effect.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: Leaf anthracnose may occur, so ensure good ventilation; if disease develops, remove affected leaves.
- Pests: Aphids may occur; manage them through periodic observation and control using eco-friendly detergents.

Lily of the Valley is a useful plant that can be utilized in various locations within the garden as it is relatively easy to care for in suitable environments. Key points to note during care are avoiding overwatering and preventing pests.

Plant Family	Broom family
Height	15~30cm
Spread	22~30cm
Colors	white
Bloom Period	April~May
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	semi-shaded area
Freezing Resistance	-20°C

European bellflower 'Albostriata'
Convallaria majalis 'Albostriata'

Red European lily of the valley
Convallaria majalis var. rosea