CONVALLARIA MAJALIS (LILY OF THE VALLEY)
Convallaria majalis , commonly known as Lily of the Valley or May Lily , is a perennial plant that blooms in spring and is known for its small, fragrant white bells . It is a plant that symbolizes happiness and purity , often associated with May Day celebrations . Appreciated for its delicate fragrance and elegant flowers, Lily of the Valley is ideal for bringing freshness and lightness to shaded or semi-shaded gardens.
Use in the garden:
Convallaria majalis is ideal for shady beds or pathside verges , where its fragrant flowers can be fully appreciated. It combines well with other decorative foliage plants such as ferns , hostas , and astilbes . Lily of the valley can also be planted in borders or as a ground cover under trees or shrubs where it will find the humidity necessary for its growth.
