Maianthemum japonicum (syn. Smilacena japonicum), Japanese False Solomon's Seal groundcover upright grower with spring and

upright grower with spring and summer medium green leaves that give no hint to the surprising

dependable northwest native

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or in a row to form a narrow hedge

February days find new sea-green blades pushing skyward

Maianthemum japonicum (syn. Smilacena japonicum), Japanese False Solomon's Seal groundcover upright grower with spring andThis is a Japanese version of our native Smilacina racemosa. Frothy panicles of starry white flowers dance above each stem, turning to red berries in fall as the foliage turns golden. Prefers mostly shade, and some summer water. Perfect for underneath big conifers here in the PNW. Mature size: 15 in T x 1 2 ft W, clump forming Minimum temperature: 20 F