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LILY OF THE VALLEY 'Rosea'
Pale pink flowers
Further Reading....
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DeciduousOval-lance-shaped to elliptic, stalked, basal leaves 4-20cm (1½-8in) long
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pale pink
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Height23cm (9in)
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Spread30cm (12in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialRhizomatous perennial with tough, slender, creeping rhizomes. The pendent, waxy, flowers are produced on leafless stems
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Full shade
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Partial shade
LILY OF THE VALLEY 'Rosea'
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- Mature Size
- Tips and Advice
- Goes Well With
- Planting Combinations
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowConvallaria majalis var. rosea. Can be potted-up in autumn for an indoor display.Pests & DiseasesGrey mould (Botrytis)Place of originNorthern temperate regions.
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Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shaped 0.5-1cm (¼-½in) acrossRacemesArching racemes
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Garden Location/ConditionsCottage gardenTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Scented PlantsScented flowersStrongly scented
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Seasonal InterestSpring
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich. Top-dress with leaf mould in autumn.
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Toxic - Category B - CAUTIONToxic if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Lily of the valley - Growing Guide
23cm (9in)
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