Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum'

Variegated Solomon's Seal

Variegated Solomon’s seal (Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’) brings a gentle arching outline to shaded plantings. Cream edging brightens its green leaves, while small, fragrant white flowers hang beneath the stems in late spring.

The stems gradually form a spreading colony that works well beneath open trees or among other woodland perennials. Yellow autumn foliage adds a final change of color before the top growth dies back.

Plant in partial to full shade in humus-rich, evenly moist soil. Allow room for the clump to expand slowly, and water during dry spells while the planting becomes established.

Size
• Height: 18–24 in
• Width: 10–20 in

Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 3–9
Published as whole zones; an A/B boundary has not been verified.

Best Uses
• Border
• Container
• Woodland Gardens
• Ground Cover
• Mass Planting

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-24 in

Width

10-20 in

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Part shade to full shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Late Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Cream, Green, Variegated

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Humus rich, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Ground Cover, Mass Planting, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Arching, Clumping

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No