 |
|
 |
One
of the first bulbs to bloom in the new
year.
Naturalize in a woodland or partially
shaded rock garden, planting in
clusters.
Avoid
frequent division. When necessary,
divide immediately after the bloom
period. |
|
 |
Other cultivars/species:
The
cultivar ‘Flore Pleno’ has double
blooms. The species Galanthus
elwesii is known as Giant Snowdrop
because its stems grow to be 12 in. high
and the flowers are 1 ½ in. long. The
inner segments of these flowers are very
green. G. elwesii is more
suitable for milder climates. |
|
|
References:
Brenzel, Kathleen Norris, Ed. 2001. Sunset Western Garden Book.
Sunset Publishing Corporation, Menlo Park, CA.
Mineo, Baldassare. Rock Garden Plants: A Color Encyclopedia.
Timber Press, Portland, OR |
|
Bellevue Botanical Garden Plant Collection |
|
Common Name:
Common
Snowdrop
Plant type:
Perennial
from bulbs
Family:
Amaryllidaceae
Height/Spread:
The
stems grow to 6-9 in. tall. Spread: 1-2 feet. Set bulbs 3-4 in.
deep and 3 in. apart.
Leaves: 2
or 3 strap-shaped basal leaves
Flowers:
One
per stalk, the flowers are white, 1 in. long, nodding and
bell-shaped.
Bloom Time:
January
and February, late winter
Conditions: Grows
best in partial shade and moist, fertile, well-drained soil
Diseases/pests:
No significant
problems
Natural Range:
Europe, Asia Minor
Hardiness:
Zones (Sunset) 1-9, 14-17
Location:
Groundcover
Garden, Perennial Border |
Complete
Index
