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Galanthus nivalis f. pleniflorus

Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 10 - 25 cm (4 - 10 in)
Spread 10 - 25 cm (4 - 10 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Galanthus nivalis f. pleniflorus (snowdrop) bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during early winter to late winter. The foliage is matte and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border and container.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Galanthus nivalis f. pleniflorus (snowdrop) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.