Solomon's seal

Solomon's seal (Polygonatum odoratum) does best with consistent moisture. Water deeply when the soil feels dry to the touch, keeping the soil slightly moist but not soggy. It's best to water in the morning so that leaves have time to dry out before evening. During summer months, Solomon's Seals may need to be watered 1-2 times per week. During cooler winter months, this may be reduced to once every 2 weeks. You should avoid overhead watering during hot, sunny days as this can cause scorching of the leaves. Providing the proper amount of water is important as too much will lead to rot while too little can cause drought stress.

Solomon's seal (Polygonatum odoratum) is best grown in partial to full shade, although it can tolerate some morning sunshine. For optimal growth, it should receive 4 to 6 hours of indirect sunlight each day, such as dappled light produced from high tree branches. While the plant can handle more direct sunlight, too much could cause the leaves to burn or become scorched.

Solomon's seal (Polygonatum odoratum) should be pruned in late winter or early spring while the plants are still dormant and when the ground is not frozen. Prune away any yellowed, brown, diseased or broken stems and branches. Cut close to the base of each stem and if pruning multiple stems on the same plant, be sure to stagger the pruning so that you don't completely remove all of the stems and leaves from 1 section of the plant. You may also cut small sections of the stems off which will encourage new stem growth. Be careful not to prune too much of the plant as this can weaken it and decrease flowering.