Lily of the Valley vs Red Maple

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Lily of the Valley

Convallaria majalis

Asparagaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Red Maple

Acer rubrum

Aceraceae · trees

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Lily of the Valley (Zones 3-8)

Red Maple (Zones 3-9)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Lily of the Valley	Red Maple
Scientific Name	Convallaria majalis	Acer rubrum
Family	Asparagaceae	Aceraceae
Category	flowers	trees
Sun	⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Moist	Adaptable
Height	8"	70'
Spread	1'	40'
Bloom Season	Spring	Spring
Bloom Color	White	Red
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Europe, Asia	Eastern North America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Lily of the Valley

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Red Maple

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Lily of the Valley

✓Plant pips (roots) in fall.
✓Spreads aggressively — contain with barriers or use in areas where spreading is desired.
✓All parts are poisonous.

Red Maple

✓Tolerates a wide range of soils.
✓Surface roots can be problematic in lawns.
✓Prune in summer to avoid bleeding sap.
✓Fast growing — 13-24 inches per year.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Red Maple if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Lily of the Valley and Red Maple grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lily of the Valley grows in USDA zones 3-8, while Red Maple grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 8.

Do Lily of the Valley and Red Maple have the same sun and water needs?

Lily of the Valley needs part shade to full shade and medium water, while Red Maple needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Lily of the Valley or Red Maple?

Red Maple grows taller at 70' compared to Lily of the Valley at 8". Red Maple spreads 40' while Lily of the Valley spreads 1'.

Are Lily of the Valley and Red Maple deer resistant?

Yes, both Lily of the Valley and Red Maple are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Lily of the Valley or Red Maple?

Both Lily of the Valley and Red Maple have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Lily of the Valley	Red Maple
Scientific Name	Convallaria majalis	Acer rubrum
Family	Asparagaceae	Aceraceae
Category	flowers	trees
Sun	⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Moist	Adaptable
Height	8"	70'
Spread	1'	40'
Bloom Season	Spring	Spring
Bloom Color	White	Red
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Europe, Asia	Eastern North America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Lily of the Valley

✓Plant pips (roots) in fall.
✓Spreads aggressively — contain with barriers or use in areas where spreading is desired.
✓All parts are poisonous.

Red Maple

✓Tolerates a wide range of soils.
✓Surface roots can be problematic in lawns.
✓Prune in summer to avoid bleeding sap.
✓Fast growing — 13-24 inches per year.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Red Maple if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Lily of the Valley and Red Maple grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lily of the Valley grows in USDA zones 3-8, while Red Maple grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 8.

Do Lily of the Valley and Red Maple have the same sun and water needs?

Which grows taller, Lily of the Valley or Red Maple?

Red Maple grows taller at 70' compared to Lily of the Valley at 8". Red Maple spreads 40' while Lily of the Valley spreads 1'.

Are Lily of the Valley and Red Maple deer resistant?

Yes, both Lily of the Valley and Red Maple are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Lily of the Valley or Red Maple?

Both Lily of the Valley and Red Maple have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.