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Leucojum vernum
spring snowflake bulbs
Nodding, bell-shaped white flowers, each with green tips, top upright stems in early spring. Closely related to the snowdrop, this is...
Plant description
Leucojum vernum prefer reliably moist (but not waterlogged) soils, so are ideal for planting on the upper banks of a pond.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Leucojum vernum:
Water well after planting and keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells in spring. Allow the foliage to die back completely after flowering to feed the bulbs for next year’s growth, and avoid cutting back too early.
Once clumps become congested, lift and divide them in late summer or early autumn.
Warning
GOES WELL WITH
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