Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’ grows 18 to 24 inches tall and will spread by rhizomes to form colonies. The oval shaped leaves are carried on upright, arching and unbranched stems. Leaves are variegated a light green with white tips and margins turning an an attractive yellow in autumn. Pairs of small, sweetly fragrant, bell-shaped white flowers bloom in spring with green tips are borne on short pedicels from the leaf axils underneath the arching stems. Bluish-black berries are sometimes present in the autumn. Variegated Solomon’s seal is perfect for the shady woodland garden or the part-shade to full shade border. A great companion plant to other shade lovers including hostas, ferns and astilbes. Variegated foliage is excellent in spring floral arrangements or in fall when the foliage turns yellow.
Light
part to full shade conditions.
Soil
prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Uses
This perennial offers vivid highlights in shaded areas of borders, woodland gardens or naturalized areas. The variegated foliage is attractive in flower arrangements.
Unique Qualities
Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’ has arching stems, which carry pairs of small, bell-shaped white flowers in mid to late spring. Variegated ovate leaves are soft green with white tips and margins. Fall leaf color is yellow.
Maintenance
There are no serious insect or disease problems with variegated Solomon’s seal. Plants may be divided in the spring or fall. White rhizomes should be planted just below the soil surface. Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’ is a very easy perennial to grow and will enhance any shade area.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3 to 8.
Photos by Steven Still/Perennial Plant Association
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