{"title":"Perennial Solomon's Seal","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus: \u003cem data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"139\"\u003ePolygonatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asparagaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"186\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solomon’s Seal\u003cbr data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"221\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"649\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"294\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"310\"\u003ePolygonatum\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Solomon’s Seal, is a graceful genus of woodland perennials treasured for their arching stems, dangling tubular flowers, and understated elegance. Blooming in spring, the creamy white or pale green bell-shaped flowers hang in pairs or clusters beneath arching stems, often followed by small blue-black berries in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"938\"\u003eWith its gently curving form and lush, often variegated foliage, Solomon’s Seal adds refined texture to shade gardens, naturalized woodlands, and understory plantings. The rhizomatous root system spreads slowly to form attractive colonies, making it a lovely groundcover in shaded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial to full shade; tolerates some morning sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil; prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; thrives with consistent moisture but tolerates short dry spells once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 3–9; exceptionally hardy and ideal for Canadian woodland gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; cut back foliage in fall and mulch in early spring. Divide rhizomes every few years to rejuvenate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eThe common name “Solomon’s Seal” refers to the circular scars left on the rhizome when old stems die back—said to resemble King Solomon’s seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eNative species such as \u003cem data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003ePolygonatum biflorum\u003c\/em\u003e are found in eastern Canadian woodlands and are important components of native plant communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eThe flowers are pollinated by bumblebees and other long-tongued insects, and the berries are eaten by birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eTraditionally used in herbal medicine, but the plant is mildly toxic if ingested—especially the berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003eWorks beautifully when planted with other shade-loving plants like ferns, hostas, and astilbes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"copy-of-polygonatum-giant-solomans-seal-1-gal-pot","title":"Solomon's Seal 'Variegatum'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Polygonatum multiflorum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Solomon's Seal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ContentPlaceHolder1_PlantInfo_pnlHardinessZone\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/b\u003e 4a - 8b\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardiness Degree:\u003c\/b\u003e -30°F (-34.4°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlooming Season:\u003c\/b\u003e Spring, Late Spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Upright\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e Shade Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ContentPlaceHolder1_PlantInfo_pnlWater\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ContentPlaceHolder1_PlantInfo_pnlFertilize\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilize:\u003c\/b\u003e Once a month\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e 12 - 22\" (30 - 56cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 - 24\" (51 - 61cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 10 - 12\" (25 - 30cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExposure:\u003c\/b\u003e Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ContentPlaceHolder1_PlantInfo_pnlGeneralInformation\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral Information:\u003c\/b\u003e Graceful, unbranched stems neatly arranged with alternate, oval leaves on one side and clusters of small, pendulous, tubular white flowers on the other. 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