{"product_id":"marde-ross-company-lily-of-the-valley-bare-root-pips-10-very-large-plump-crowns-holland-grown-fragrant-may-blooms","title":"Marde Ross \u0026 Company Lily of the Valley Bare-Root Pips — 10 Very Large Plump Crowns, Holland-Grown, Fragrant May Blooms","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are ten very large, fresh Holland-grown bare-root Lily of the Valley pips with healthy roots that reliably produce fragrant bell-shaped blooms in May when planted correctly.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePicked fresh and shipped dormant, these Lily of the Valley pips (Convallaria majalis) arrive ready for planting and are ideal for creating low, fragrant groundcover in shaded beds or borders. Grown in Holland and distributed by Marde Ross \u0026amp; Company, each pack contains ten plump bare-root crowns that are non-GMO and free of neonicotinoid treatment. They perform best in cooler climates for dependable flowering, and in warmer zones they still provide attractive foliage and useful groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen will these pips bloom and how long do the flowers last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in winter or early spring, these bare-root pips establish quickly and produce their characteristic bell-shaped blooms in May, often continuing into early summer in cooler climates. Flowering timing depends on local temperature and planting date; delays may occur if planted late in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTypical bloom month: May (early summer in some regions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest flower display in cool to cold climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMay produce foliage without flowers in very warm zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExpect fuller displays after the first year as plants naturalize\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I plant and care for these bare-root Lily of the Valley pips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the pips just below the soil surface—about 1 inch deep—and keep the soil consistently moist until they are established. Provide partial to full shade, rich well-draining soil, and a mulch layer to retain moisture and keep roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant depth: approximately 1 inch below surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater: keep soil moist, especially during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight: partial to full shade works best\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoil: rich, well-drained, organic matter improves vigor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these plants spread or naturalize and are they hardy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLily of the Valley is a spreading perennial that naturalizes by underground rhizomes, forming dense colonies over time under the right conditions. They are cold-hardy and long-lived in temperate climates; in warmer areas they may remain as leafy groundcover without heavy flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpreads by rhizomes—expect gradual colony formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardy in cooler climates; long-lived when mulched and watered\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMay stay leafy without abundant blooms in hot climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDivision in fall or spring controls spread and renews vigor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes these pips from Marde Ross \u0026amp; Company different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are Holland-grown, very large, plump bare-root pips selected for size and vitality, shipped fresh in the fall for optimal dormancy and establishment. The stock is non-GMO and not treated with neonicotinoids, and Marde Ross \u0026amp; Company brings decades of licensed nursery experience to ensure quality plant material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHolland-grown and selected for large, healthy crowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-GMO and free from neonicotinoid seed treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShipped fresh as bare roots for strong spring performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMarde Ross \u0026amp; Company: licensed nursery experience since 1985\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? These Lily of the Valley bare-root pips are ideal for gardeners seeking low-growing, fragrant groundcover for shady borders, woodland gardens, or underplanting beneath taller shrubs. They suit both beginning gardeners wanting an easy-to-establish perennial and experienced landscapers aiming to naturalize shady areas; choose them if you want reliable May blooms in cooler regions or lush foliage in warmer sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How deep should I plant these Lily of the Valley pips?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Plant about 1 inch below the soil surface and keep the soil consistently moist until established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will they flower every year?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: In cool climates they typically bloom each May; in warmer zones foliage may appear without heavy flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Marde Ross \u0026 Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56834524709204,"sku":"B01HIF4JM4","price":77.02,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/marde-ross-lily-of-the-valley-front-packaging.jpg?v=1787051171","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/marde-ross-company-lily-of-the-valley-bare-root-pips-10-very-large-plump-crowns-holland-grown-fragrant-may-blooms","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}