Galanthus elwesii, Elwes's snowdrop or greater snowdrop, is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae, native to the Caucasus. This herbaceous perennial plant grows to about 20–25 cm high. It grows from a globose bulb, 2–3 cm in diameter. It produces two leaves which are obtuse, linear, and blue-green in colour. The flowers are globose, white, pendulous, and 2–3 cm long, and solitary at the tip of a solid, pointed scape.
Giant Snowdrop Care
Galanthus Elwesii
What is the plant
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Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Shade
Temperature
min -7°C
Hardiness zone
4 - 8
Difficulty
Easy
Hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water the snowdrops thoroughly and leave the foliage to die down naturally.
Pruning
No pruning required.
Fertilizer
Add compost or dried manure and 5-10-10 granular fertilizer.
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Soil
Grow snowdrops in moist but well-drained soil in partial shade.
Temperature
Temperature range is between 35 and 43 degrees
Container
Feel free to plant early blooming snow crocuses, a perfect companion for snowdrops, in the same container.
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Additional
The bulbs, stems and leaves contain phenanthridine alkaloids. Exposure to the bulbs poses the greatest risk, as the alkaloid concentration is the highest there. When ingested, signs of poisoning include drooling, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, incoordination, drop in blood pressure and heart rate and seizures. #1: It's Greek name 'Galanthus', translates as the 'milk flower'! ... #2: They are symbolic of spring, purity and religion. ... #3: Snowdrops are one of the first flowers to appear in the new year. ... #4: There are snowdrop gardens throughout the UK.
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