Lily ofthe valley(Convallaria majalis ) feature delicate bell - shape blanched flowers that grow along a lightly arching theme that ’s fence in by broad gullible leaves . They rise in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 2 through 7 , thriving in shaded and partially shaded garden bed with productive , well - enfeeble ground . Lily of the valley flowers in spring and goes hibernating in summer and winter . It develop from a loggerheaded rootage , or rhizome , that requires care similar to that of spring bulbs .
Step 1
body of water lily of the valley plant beginning in early leaping when the foliage first begins to emerge . Supply about 1 column inch of water weekly so the top 6 column inch of stain is moistened .
Step 2
Dilute 5 tablespoons of 10 - 10 - 10 fertilizer in 1 gallon of H2O . Water the lily of the valley plants with the solvent when they get sending up leaf , apply 1 gal of the fertilizer solution to every 10 solid feet of garden bed .
Step 3
reduce off the old flower stem after the blooms start to droop . sheer out the stems at their bag . crop out any foliage that becomes tatterdemalion or dies during the spring or summer month . Cut back the entire flora to the soil open after the leaf yellow in tardy summertime or early twilight .
Step 4
get the picture up the lily of the valley roots in fall after the leaf dies approximately every three years or when the seam becomes crowded . Break the roots apart where they are jointed together . They snap apart easily if you twist them gently . Replant the ascendent with their top 1 inch deep and space them about 4 inches apart in all directions .
Step 5
Spread a 2 - inch layer of mulch or compost over the garden situation in fall before the ground freezes . The mulch protects the roots from temperature fluctuations , preserve ground wet and provides nutrients as it decomposes .
Tip
Wear gloves when digging in the soil to protect your hands from harm and soil - digest pathogens .
Lily of the vale seldom suffers plague or disease problem when properly care for , and most job it does develop are minor and require no treatment .
Warning
Lily of the vale is extremely toxic and can cause death if ingested . The works may also induce skin irritation . Grow these plants in a location away from children ’s play area .
Lily of the Valley can become encroaching because the roots naturalize and regurgitate readily . Frequent division can help belittle invasiveness potential .
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