Leucojum aestivum

Also Known As

Summer Snowflakes

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 2"-12"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Leucojum aestivum plant details

Leucojum aestivum is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring green and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leucojum aestivum

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 IN - 12 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: green and white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leucojum aestivum

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Leucojum aestivum or summer snowflake is a spring-blooming bulb with arching stems to a foot or more with pendulous pure white flowers with green markings. It has long, grass-like foliage.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Animal-proof! Above leaves that look like a daffodil's, clusters of white bells tipped with green dots dangle gracefully. Standing 18-24 inches tall, 'Gravetye Giant ' is the hardiest, most floriferous snowflake, introduced in 1924 from Gravetye Manor (say GRAVE-tie), the home of William Robinson, "father of the English perennial border." Aka snowdrops or dewdrops (especially in the South), zones 5a-9b(9WC)

By: Old House Gardens

Commonly known as Summer Snowflake an English native related to Galanthus, bell shaped milky flowers tipped in green, it is moisture tolerant and great for naturalizing.