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Snowdrops (Galanthus) are hardy perennial, winter-flowering plants that are often heralded as the first sign of spring. They flower whatever the weather – they will even push through frozen, snow-covered ground.
Although known for their small, white bell-shaped flowers there’s an incredible range of snowdrops to grow. Snowdrop fanatics will ‘collect’ different varieties, featuring flowers in different sizes and with different markings, colour changes and numbers of petals. To the amateur gardener, a snowdrop is a snowdrop, but to the expert each and every one is a collector’s item with a significant difference.
Propagate snowdrops by lifting, dividing and replanting. Established clumps can be lifted and divided after flowering in March or April. With a hand fork carefully lift the bulb (with roots intact) and foliage still in place. Replant in the garden straight away. Water well. Don’t worry if the foliage looks a bit sorry, as by next winter they should be healthy and strong.
Once planted feed with a handful of Growmore sprinkled over the newly planted snowdrop. Water in again or if you are expecting rain in the next few days then the rainwater should wash the nutrients into the soil
For further advice on establishing snowdrops in your garden contact you GardenAdvice MyGardenTeam advisor
