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False Solomon's Seal
Maianthemum racemosum
PerennialFalse Solomon's Seal
Maianthemum racemosum
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Light
Part – Full Shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Rich, Loam
Size
1-3'
Bloom
White, May–Jun
Why Grow It
Deer Resistant
Great for gardens without fencing
Winter Interest
Beautiful structure in the cold months
Shade Tolerant
Grows well in partial to full shade
Wildlife Food
Berries & seeds feed birds and wildlife
Did You Know?
Produces clusters of bright red berries in fall that attract thrushes, catbirds, and other songbirds.
Distinguished from true Solomon's Seal by its fluffy white flower clusters at the stem tip.
The arching stems and graceful form make it an elegant shade garden focal point.
Wildlife Value
🐦
Bird Berry Bush
Red fall berries are eagerly eaten by thrushes, catbirds, and grouse
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Pollinator Friendly
Tiny fragrant flowers attract small bees and flower flies
Good Companions
🌿 Wild Ginger
🍃 Christmas Fern
🌸 Foam Flower
Planting Guide
- Plant in rich, moist woodland soil in part to full shade
- Space 18″ apart; rhizomes slowly form graceful colonies
- Top-dress with composted leaves annually to maintain rich soil
Plant Details
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