Bring early-season charm to your garden with Snowdrop (Galanthus), an heirloom flowering plant admired for its delicate, nodding white blooms and compact growth. These seeds grow into hardy perennials, ideal for garden beds, borders, rockeries, and containers. Perfect for home gardeners seeking ornamental flowers that thrive in cooler climates and provide low-maintenance beauty.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Snowdrop (Heirloom Flower)
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination
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Growth Habit: Compact, clumping perennial
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Height: 10–20 cm (mature plant)
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Flower Color: Pure white, nodding blossoms
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Blooming Season: Late winter to early spring
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Sunlight: Partial shade to full sun
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Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter
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Water Requirements: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
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Maintenance: Low; minimal care required
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts early-season bees
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: Cold-stratify seeds for 4–6 weeks to enhance germination.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in seed-starting mix or well-draining soil.
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Temperature: Maintain 5–15°C for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.
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Germination Time: 3–6 weeks depending on conditions.
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Transplanting: Space seedlings 5–10 cm apart in garden beds or containers.
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Care: Low-maintenance; naturalizes well in garden settings and rockeries.