How to Grow and Care for Bluebead Lily

Bluebead Lily, also known as Yellow Clintonia, Clintonia, Corn Lily, Clinton's Lily, Yellow Bead Lily

Bluebead Lily is a low-maintenance perennial suited to shaded woodland gardens. Special care points include maintaining moist, well-drained soil and providing dappled shade to mimic its natural habitat. Overexposure to sunlight or drought can stress the plant. Bluebead Lily adapts well to its preferred conditions, making it an overall easy plant to care for.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

Toxic to Humans

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Planting and Growing Bluebead Lily

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil pH	5-6.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	2-7
Toxicity	Toxic to Humans

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Bluebead Lily is an herbaceous perennial characterized by a small stature with a distinctive display of 2 to 4 curved leaves. It features diminutive flowers at the tip of elongated stalks that reach approximately 20 inches (50 cm) in length. Following the flowering period, one can observe its dark blue, bead-like berries. These spherical fruits contribute to the unique appearance of bluebead Lily, which relies on rhizomes beneath the soil for gradual spread.