- Botanical name: Polygonatum odoratum 'Red Stem'
- Common name: Angled solomon's seal
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Plant Type: Perennial, Deciduous
White
Green
- Key features:
- Dramatic foliage
- Flowers
- Prefers rich soil
- Attractive to wildlife
Polygonatum odoratum
Angled Solomon’s seal, Polygonatum odoratum, is a traditional cottage garden plant, bearing graceful, arching stems with paired, oval leaves along their length. These are quickly joined by dangling, green-tipped, white bells that persist throughout late spring and early summer.
Polygonatum odoratum ‘Red Stem’ has attractive red stems. The stems and foliage remain eye-catching throughout the season, and attractive black berries develop after the flowers have faded. It’s perfect for growing in a cool, shady, humus-rich border with spring flowers such as corydalis and bleeding heart.
How to grow Polygonatum 'Red Stem'
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Plant size
60cm height
45cm spread
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Aspect
North facing, east facing, south facing, west facing
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Position in border
Middle
- Sun exposure: Dappled shade, partial shade
- Shade type: Damp
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Soil type: Well drained / light / sandy / clay / heavy / moist
Plant calendar
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Polygonatum 'Red Stem' and wildlife
Polygonatum 'Red Stem' is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Attractive to Bees
Does not attract Beneficial insects
Does not attract Birds
Does not attract Butterflies/Moths
Does not attract Other pollinators
Is Polygonatum 'Red Stem' poisonous?
Polygonatum 'Red Stem' can be toxic.
Toxic to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People
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