Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Buxus sempervirens
Buxaceae · shrubs
Convallaria majalis
Asparagaceae · flowers
Boxwood (Zones 5-8)
Lily of the Valley (Zones 3-8)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–8
| Feature | Boxwood | Lily of the Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Buxus sempervirens | Convallaria majalis |
| Family | Buxaceae | Asparagaceae |
| Category | shrubs | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Part Shade to Full Sun | ⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained | Rich, Moist |
| Height | 8' | 8" |
| Spread | 8' | 1' |
| Bloom Season | Spring | Spring |
| Bloom Color | Green | White |
| Growth Rate | Slow | Medium |
| Native Region | Europe, Asia, Africa | Europe, Asia |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Boxwood
Lily of the Valley
Boxwood
Lily of the Valley
Choose Boxwood if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade to full sun with medium water in zones 5–8.
Choose Lily of the Valley if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade to full shade with medium water in zones 3–8.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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