Edgeworthia chrysantha Snow Cream Shade Perennials Solomon's seal

Solomon's seal

starting in late April (NC)

This is one of those shockingly beautiful hostas that stands out as soon as you spot it in the garden

To ensure hardiness further north

although the quantities are always limited

Edgeworthia chrysantha Snow Cream Shade Perennials Solomon's sealThis 2000 Plant Delights JLBG introduction is one of the most prized plants in our garden. All summer, the 8' tall x 8' wide umbrella shaped clump of this woody daphne cousin is composed of smooth, brown trunks, adorned with plumeria like leaves. The foliage drops in mid December to reveal both the wonderful bark and the large, silvery flower buds. The flower buds open steadily from mid January to early April, producing an overwhelmingly fragrant