Solomon's seal
Polygonatum biflorum
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Greenish white Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Deep shade, Filtered shade, Part sun/part shade
Fruits:
blue,black Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Solomon's seal (Polygonatum biflorum) is a perennial that requires a consistently moist soil for optimum growth. Water the plant in the mornings, whenever the top inch of soil is dry, in order to keep the soil moist but not saturated. During dry spells, water more frequently, but allow the soil to dry a bit between waterings. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely. During the hottest part of the growing season, Solomon's Seal may need water 2 to 3 times per week.
sunlight
Solomon's seal (Polygonatum biflorum) requires bright but filtered light in order to thrive. Plant in part shade, avoiding full sun for the majority of the day. Aim for 4 to 6 hours of sunlight every day, with more shade during the hottest parts of the day. Avoid direct, direct sunlight to prevent foliage damage and dehydration. Additionally, too little sunlight can cause the stalks to become weak and spindly.
pruning
Solomon's seal (Polygonatum biflorum) should be pruned in late winter or early spring before the new growth begins. Prune back any dead or diseased branches and remove any stems that have grown too tall or are growing in an unruly direction. Generally, Solomon's seal doesn't require much pruning, however, you may wish to prune the plant during its dormant phase to help create a neater, more attractive shape. If pruning is necessary, only take away a small amount of growth each year, ensuring that you don’t remove more than 25% of the overall growth.
