Galanthus elwesii 'Snow Fox'
snowdrop
- Bulbous plant
- 20 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Grey foliage
- Very hardy
Graceful snowdrop with large, pure white flowers and fresh green leaves. It blooms very early and heralds spring, even through a dusting of snow. It thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade and naturalizes beautifully among shrubs and under trees.
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- Direct from our nursery
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Planting density
Plant about 8 - 12 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 15 - 20 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | January - March |
| Flower colour | White, Green, Silvery white, White, Green, Silvery white |
| Growth habit | Tuft |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -25°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Light shade, Dappled shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average, Moist |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal, High |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Galanthus elwesii 'Snow Fox' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Galanthus |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Common names |
NL: sneeuwklokje EN: snowdrop FR: perce neige DE: schneeglocken |
| Origin | Hybrid |
