Fieldstone Gardens Convallaria majalis Albostriata

The primary difference is the foliage. While standard Lily of the Valley has solid green leaves, 'Albostriata' features distinctive creamy-white stripes, providing visual interest in your garden even when the plant is not in bloom.

Like other varieties of Convallaria majalis, 'Albostriata' is a rhizomatous perennial that will spread over time. It makes an excellent ground cover, but you should plant it in an area where you are comfortable with it naturalizing or spreading to fill the space.

While it is listed for sun to part shade, this plant performs best in partial shade, especially in warmer climates. In full sun, the delicate variegated leaves are more susceptible to scorching, so a woodland or shaded border setting is ideal.

Yes, it produces the classic, sweet fragrance associated with Lily of the Valley. The scent is most noticeable during its spring bloom time when the bell-shaped flowers are open.

It thrives in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. It is well-suited for woodland environments, so ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged will help it establish and spread.

Yes, like all varieties of Convallaria majalis, this plant is considered toxic if ingested by pets or humans. It is best to plant it in areas where pets are unlikely to graze.