It is a little early just yet. Yes, its hardy but gets attacked by Solomon Seal Sawfly which can complete strip it of its leaves in Summer so keep an eye out for the little perishers.
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I'm beginning to think I have a 'special' place in my garden where Solomon's Seals go to die.
Second time I've tried it there and absolutely no signs of life ATM. Mind you there are only a couple of Hosta buds in the same area - so maybe I should not give up all hope just yet.
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I have a full bed of it under a magnolia tree that is now about 12 inches tall. Lovely plant and well worth the pain of having to continuously check it for aphids and other nasties who want to strip it bear.
i am on the south coast and most things seem to come through a bit earlier than the rest of the uk.
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Hi MayLane
It is a little early just yet. Yes, its hardy but gets attacked by Solomon Seal Sawfly which can complete strip it of its leaves in Summer so keep an eye out for the little perishers.
I'm in Hampshire and mine is just starting to make an appearance.
mine are up
In the sticks near Peterborough
Mine are about 2 inches above ground.
I'm in the Midlands.
I'm in North West and no signs as yet.
I'm beginning to think I have a 'special' place in my garden where Solomon's Seals go to die.
Second time I've tried it there and absolutely no signs of life ATM. Mind you there are only a couple of Hosta buds in the same area - so maybe I should not give up all hope just yet.
Ooh, thanks for the reminder. I'd forgotten I'd got some of that. No sign yet, but not giving up hope!
I'm in the South West and mine have been showing for about a week.
I have a full bed of it under a magnolia tree that is now about 12 inches tall. Lovely plant and well worth the pain of having to continuously check it for aphids and other nasties who want to strip it bear.
i am on the south coast and most things seem to come through a bit earlier than the rest of the uk.