Leucojum aestivum

Syn: The Summer Snowflake. A 1594 English native related to Galanthus nivalis, this prized naturalizer has umbels of pendant, bell-shaped, milky-white flowers with faint green tips and grass-like, strappy foliage. More moisture tolerant than other flower bulbs, it performs well near ponds or streams: just make sure to plant the bulbs above the high water mark. It is a strong, hardy and long lasting variety that thrives in areas of dappled sunlight. Plus, it is rodent-proof. Bulb size: 10 cm/up. May/June. Plant 6" deep and 6" apart. HZ: 4-9. Height: 12" to 15".

Leucojum aestivum are The Art & Soul of Spring.

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Available in units of 50 with volume discount pricing.

1 Unit 50 bulbs $22.75
2 Units 100 bulbs $43.75
10 Units 500 bulbs $210.75
20 Units 1000 bulbs $388.75
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  • Leucojum aestivum
    Related to Galanthus nivalis, circa 1594, this prized heirloom naturalizer has umbels of pendant, bell-shaped, milky-white flowers with faint green tips and grass-like, strappy foliage. Moisture tolerant, it performs well near water, but make sure to plant the bulbs above the high water mark! This valuable naturalizer thrives in areas of dappled sunlight. Rodent- and deer-proof. Bulb size: variable depending upon the variety. Bloom time: May/June. Plant 6" deep and 6" apart. Horticultural zones: 4-9. Height: 12" to 20".

    Leucojum aestivum are The Art & Soul of Spring.

    Leucojum Aestivum Horticultural Tips        Stinze Plantings
Leucojum aestivum
Related to Galanthus nivalis, circa 1594, this prized heirloom naturalizer has umbels of pendant, bell-shaped, milky-white flowers with faint green tips and grass-like, strappy foliage. Moisture tolerant, it performs well near water, but make sure to plant the bulbs above the high water mark! This valuable naturalizer thrives in areas of dappled sunlight. Rodent- and deer-proof. Bulb size: variable depending upon the variety. Bloom time: May/June. Plant 6" deep and 6" apart. Horticultural zones: 4-9. Height: 12" to 20".

Leucojum aestivum are The Art & Soul of Spring.

Leucojum Aestivum Horticultural Tips        Stinze Plantings
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