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Western Lily of the Valley

Western Lily of the Valley

Maianthemum dilatatum

groundcoverβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§ moderate waterZone 4a – Zone 9b

A low-growing groundcover with delicate white flowers and attractive heart-shaped leaves that turn golden in fall. Ideal for shaded woodland gardens and native plant landscapes.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.5–1.5β€² tall Γ— 1–3β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 4aZone 9b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 9b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Succession Role

early successionalmid successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Pacific Northwest native

Native to: California, Oregon, Washington

Function & Care

erosion controlwildlife benefitedible

Edible Parts

fruit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division