Convallaria majalis

Common name(s): lily of the valley

Description: perennial; low, spreading perennial groundcover that spreads somewhat aggressively via rhizomes. Easy to grow and reliably hardy in any soil type (including clay). Lily of the Valley has played a huge part in history as a symbol of love and is the national flower of Finland as well as the official May Day flower in France. Fragrant white bell flowers bloom most of spring and are followed by inedible red berries. 

Height: to 10 in. Spread: to 6+ ft.

Position: partial to full shade and any soil

Uses: ornamental, cut flowers

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 3+ months of summer drought

Distribution: Europe, Central Russia