Spring Snowflake

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Quantity 5 bulbs 10 bulbs

Dispatched when ready (Late Aug–Mid Oct)

Leucojum vernum

This resembles a snowdrop, but the flower is more open and bell like, with distinct green tips. It is found in damp scrub and hedgerows in many parts of Europe, but in Britain is native only in Dorset or Somerset. It prefers moist semi-shade and flowers Mar-Apr, Height 6-8". Freshly lifted on despatch Aug-Oct. AGM Aut + Spr

Growing Information

Flowering Period: Early Spring

Colour: White

Height: 15–20 cm

Position: Partial Shade / Full Shade

Soil: Moist but Well-drained, Humus-rich

Naturalising: Excellent

Wildlife Value: Pollinator value: Good. One of the earliest woodland flowers, providing nectar for early spring insects.

Native Status: Naturalising

Suitable For: Naturalising, Under Trees, Wildlife Gardens, Woodland Gardens

RHS Award of Garden Merit

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