How to Plant Convallaria in Canada

Convallaria, also known as Lily of the Valley, is a hardy shade loving perennial grown for its sweet fragrance and delicate white bell shaped flowers. It spreads slowly over time and makes an excellent groundcover for shady gardens. At Coast Farms, Convallaria is a popular choice for cool, woodland style landscapes across Canada.

When to Plant Convallaria

Plant Convallaria in spring once the soil can be worked. For best results, plant soon after receiving your bare roots from Coast Farms.

Before planting, soak the bare roots, often called pips, in water for 3 to 6 hours. This helps rehydrate them and encourages strong early growth.

These hardy plants can go directly into the garden in most Canadian climates without frost protection.

Where to Plant Convallaria

Choose a shady or dappled light location. Convallaria grows best in cool, sheltered areas such as:

• Under trees
  
• Along shaded borders
  
• On the north side of buildings
  
• Woodland gardens
  

The soil should be moist but well draining. Convallaria does not like waterlogged ground.

These plants grow well in garden beds and also perform nicely in containers.

How to Plant Convallaria

1. Clear the planting area of weeds.
   
2. Dig shallow holes.
   
3. Position roots downward with the growing buds just below the soil surface.
   
4. Keep any visible shoots above the soil.
   
5. Space plants 5 to 10 cm apart.
   
6. Water thoroughly after planting.
   

Over time, Convallaria will spread and form a dense carpet of foliage.

Convallaria Care Tips

Convallaria is easy to grow once established.

• Keep soil evenly moist during the growing season.
  
• Water during dry spells.
  
• Allow foliage to die back naturally in fall.
  
• Remove old leaves once they fade if desired.
  

With minimal care, Lily of the Valley will return each spring and gradually create a lush groundcover with fragrant blooms.

Grow Convallaria in Canada with Coast Farms

At Coast Farms, we offer high quality Convallaria pips selected for healthy growth and reliable performance in Canadian gardens. Our shade loving perennials ship across Canada at the right planting time. Buy Convallaria majalis at Coast Farms Canada and enjoy fragrant spring flowers that come back year after year.