Lily of the valley 'Albostriata'

Convallaria majalis

How to grow Lily of the valley 'Albostriata'

  • Full Shade

  • Medium

All parts, especially berries and seed, are toxic
Choose an area that is evenly moist and allow the plant to spread naturally. In some situations it can become prolific

Keep in mind when planting that Albostriata is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Growing Albostriata from seed

Seeds are slow, best propagated by division in the spring after flowering or in the autumn

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 7.8 inches (20.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.94 inches (2.4 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 10°C / 50°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Albostriata

Choose damp shade or partial shade for example in a woodland garden, under deciduous shrubs or by the shade cast by a building. It creeps steadily forming seasonal ground cover.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Albostriata is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Albostriata

Pick spare flower stalks for the house, they are long lasting in a small vase and perfume your room.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid spring.

Other Names for Lily of the valley 'Albostriata'

Variegated Lily of the Valley,