Leucojum aestivum
summer snowflake bulbs
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- Bulbs (only) £4.95
- Position: full sun
- Soil: rich, reliably moist soil
- Rate of growth: fast-growing
- Flowering period: March to May
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 8/10
This tough and easy to grow perennial looks great when allowed to naturalise throughout mixed borders, but as it loves a touch of moisture, it also does well when planted in drifts around the upper edges of a pond. The bell-shaped flowers appear in spring, held in small clusters at the tips of the upright stems - and they look a little like giant-sized snowdrops. Get close to them though and you may detect a delicate chocolate-like perfume. - Garden care: Plant bulbs in autumn 10cm deep and 8-10cm apart. Allow the plant to die back completely before clearing away the foliage.
- Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten