Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Convallaria majalis
Asparagaceae · flowers
Sedum spp.
Crassulaceae · groundcovers
Lily of the Valley (Zones 3-8)
Sedum (Stonecrop) (Zones 3-9)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–8
| Feature | Lily of the Valley | Sedum (Stonecrop) |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Convallaria majalis | Sedum spp. |
| Family | Asparagaceae | Crassulaceae |
| Category | flowers | groundcovers |
| Sun | ⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧 Low |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Well-drained, Poor |
| Height | 8" | 6" |
| Spread | 1' | 2' |
| Bloom Season | Spring | Summer |
| Bloom Color | White | Yellow, Pink, White |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Fast |
| Native Region | Europe, Asia | Northern Hemisphere |
| Maintenance | Low | Low |
Lily of the Valley
Sedum (Stonecrop)
Lily of the Valley
Sedum (Stonecrop)
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 Sedum (Stonecrop) if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low 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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