Angular Solomon's seal 'Variegatum' Polygonatum odoratum var. pluriflorum 'Variegatum' (v)

ABOUT
'Variegatum' makes a spreading clump of arching stems to 1m tall, with lance-shaped, cream-edged leaves to 15cm long, and small clusters of slightly fragrant, green-tipped, cream flowers in late spring and early summer
About this plant
Names
Family
Asparagaceae
Synonyms
angular Solomon's seal 'Variegatum'
Common names
Polygonatum falcatum 'Variegatum', Polygonatum japonicum 'Variegatum'
Toxicity
All parts may cause severe discomfort if ingested. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H7
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade
Pruning
Cut back to the base in late autumn
Soil
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Flower borders and beds City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden
Propogation
Propagate by division in spring taking care not to damage young brittle shoots
Pests
May be attacked by slugs and sawflies
Diseases
Generally disease free