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    Galanthus nivalis

    Also Known As

    • Traditional Snowdrop

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 5"-6"
    • W: 4"-12"

    planting zones

    • 3a-7a

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    Galanthus nivalis plant details

    Galanthus nivalis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring green and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Galanthus nivalis

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: amaryllidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 5 IN - 6 IN - tall
    Flowers: green and white blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, cottage garden, summer dormant, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Galanthus nivalis

    USDA Zones: 3a - 7a
    Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    If you've been surprised by blooming clumps of white flowers in mid to late winter, odds are good these are what you observed. Snowdrops are early, easy, perennial and reliably hardy.

    By: Leafari

    Beloved for centuries, this woodland wildflower is an absolute essential. Its brave little bells ring in the spring well before crocus, animals leave it alone, and it multiplies without care in light shade. 5-6", zones 3a-7a(8aWC)

    By: Old House Gardens

    Gardening facts about Galanthus nivalis plant

    How to Grow Galanthus nivalis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • green

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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