Galanthus gracilis
snowdrop
- Bulbous plant
- 15 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Silvery-grey foliage
- Very hardy
A delicate snowdrop with narrow, twisted leaves and relatively large, pure white flowers. The inner crown displays characteristic green patches. An early nectar source in woodland edges and borders. Thrives in cool, humus-rich, calcareous soil in partial shade. Forms slowly spreading clumps.
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Growth
Care
Planting density
Plant about 9 - 15 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 8 - 15 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | February - March |
| Flower colour | White |
| Leaf colour | Green, Grey-green, Blue-green |
| Growth habit | Tuft |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -25°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal, High |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Galanthus gracilis |
|---|---|
| Genus | Galanthus |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Common names |
NL: sneeuwklokje EN: snowdrop FR: perce neige DE: schneeglocken |
| Origin | Asia Minor |
