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Genus: Polygonatum Species & Cultivars: biflorum, humile, odoratum variegatum, pubescence, verticillatum Common Name: Solomon's Seal Family: Ruscaceae Order: Asparagales Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 1 to 3 feet Width: 1.5 to 2 feet Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: Greenish yellow Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 3-8 Note: Solomon's Seals are suitable for woodland gardens, wild gardens, naturalized areas or native plant gardens. These rhizomatous plants can also be used in rock gardens or partially shaded borders. Both the flowers in the Spring and the blue-black berries lyin Fall, are attractive. Prefers moist, well-drained, humusy soil in part shady to full shade areas.