Solomon's Seal

Polygonatum hookeri Asparagaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived perennial

Native distribution

E Himalaya, China

Source of plant

Seneca Hill Perennials

Description

A true Himalayan alpine, not a woodland plant like most other Solomon's Seals, this diminutive charmer emerges in late spring with clusters of open, upward facing lilac-pink flowers. Spreads by tiny rhizomes to form a small colony. Tuck it between rocks in a bright spot.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4