Solomon’s seal is a perennial in USDA Zones 3–9. It thrives in moist, rich, well-drained soil and shady areas, often under trees—think of woodland or shade gardens.

Solomon’s seal is a hardy herbaceous perennial for shade that spreads through rhizomes to form clumps of tall arching stems covered with attractive green foliage. Its name refers to the circular scars ...

The seal has gone unchanged since its debut in 1898. It currently can be found on Massachusetts' blue-and-gold state flag, state troopers' uniforms and official government documents.

• Solomon’s seal grows 18 to 24 inches high and will spread by rhizomes to form colonies. • Good companion plants in addition to hostas are ferns and astilbes.