Galanthus elwesii ssp. whittallii 'Hörup'
snowdrop
- Bulbous plant
- 20-30 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Silvery-grey foliage
- Very hardy
Very large elwesii, 40 a 50cm tall, with large leaves and big flowers. Selection of Rita Thomsen from Denmark.
Garden use
Use
Site and growing conditions
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 9 - 15 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 20 - 30 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | February - March |
| Flower colour | white, green |
| Leaf colour | gray-green |
| Growth habit | ascending |
| Growth rate | medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -20°C |
Site conditions
| Light | sunny, morning sun, evening sun |
|---|---|
| Moisture | dry, average |
| Soil | pervious, light, normal |
| Soil fertility | normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Galanthus elwesii ssp. whittallii 'Hörup' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Galanthus |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Common names |
NL: sneeuwklokje EN: snowdrop FR: perce neige DE: schneeglocken |
| Origin | hybrid |
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