Maianthemum fuscum (Himalayan False Solomon's Seal) Syn. Smilacina fusca Distinctive Foliage Bloom Time: May to June

Bloom Time:  May to June

Notes:  Plant next to rocks or mixed in the sunny perennial border

Once a plant has settled in it is one of the few that readily self sow seed easily

Monoecious flowers are formed March and April

Soil:  Average to moist

Maianthemum fuscum (Himalayan False Solomon's Seal) Syn. Smilacina fusca Distinctive Foliage Bloom Time: May to JuneFamily: Asparagaceae Zone: 4 9 Natural Range: Himalayas Soil: Moist, humus rich, well drained Light: Part shade Height: 1' 2' Attributes: Deciduous, Arching stems with oval leaves to 6" long. Panicles of purple and greenish white flowers in late spring early summer. Fruit in late summer early fall. Notes: Interesting arching habit. In the wild Maianthemum fuscum grows at moderatly high elevations mixed among ferns. Pot Size: 4" Band Pot