Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Clematis spp.
Ranunculaceae · vines
Convallaria majalis
Asparagaceae · flowers
Clematis (Zones 4-9)
Lily of the Valley (Zones 3-8)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–8
| Feature | Clematis | Lily of the Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clematis spp. | Convallaria majalis |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | Asparagaceae |
| Category | vines | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Rich, Moist |
| Height | 20' | 8" |
| Spread | 3' | 1' |
| Bloom Season | Spring-Fall | Spring |
| Bloom Color | Purple, Blue, Pink, White | White |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | Northern Hemisphere | Europe, Asia |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Clematis
Lily of the Valley
Clematis
Lily of the Valley
Choose Clematis if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 4–9.
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 4–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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