Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Gladiolus spp.
Iridaceae · bulbs
Convallaria majalis
Asparagaceae · flowers
Gladiolus (Zones 7-10)
Lily of the Valley (Zones 3-8)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 7–8
| Feature | Gladiolus | Lily of the Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gladiolus spp. | Convallaria majalis |
| Family | Iridaceae | Asparagaceae |
| Category | bulbs | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Rich, Moist |
| Height | 4' | 8" |
| Spread | 8" | 1' |
| Bloom Season | Summer | Spring |
| Bloom Color | Mixed | White |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Medium |
| Native Region | Africa, Mediterranean | Europe, Asia |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Gladiolus
Lily of the Valley
Gladiolus
Lily of the Valley
Choose Gladiolus if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 7–10.
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 7–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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