Snowdrops are the forerunners of spring and
one of our first flowers of the new year.
There are 75 varieties. All are white and
most have green tipped inner segments.
Their botanical name is galanthus, which is
Latin for 'milk white flowers'. They are
totally hardy, and if the weather is cold
the flowers last longer. Snowdrops look
best when naturalised. They prefer light
shade and are ideal for growing under
deciduous shrubs, or in a woodland setting.
Snowdrops dislike soggy soil and thrive
best in humus-rich, moisture retentive
soil. Snowdrops planted 'in the green'
i.e. whilst in full growth, establish
quickly.
Landranger Grid Reference NN515066