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

Galanthus nivalis features dainty, nodding white flowers with a green spot at the apex of each petal atop narrow, gray-green leaves. Naturalizes well once established. Snowdrops are a harbinger of spring that bloom in late winter, often breaking through the snow. Their pendulous pure white flowers often have green markings, the small subtleties of which along with the variation in petal shapes beguile many gardeners who, having fallen down the rabbit hole, are known as galanthophiles. Beware! You could be next.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

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)