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Galanthus nivalis 'Flore Pleno', commonly known as Double Snowdrop, reaches 6 to 10 inches tall, featuring nodding, double white blooms delicately marked with green at the petal tips. These fragrant flowers emerge in late winter to early spring, often pushing through snow, signaling the start of the growing season.
Ideal for naturalizing in woodlands, rock gardens, and border fronts, this variety thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. It is deer-resistant and low-maintenance, reliably returning year after year in sweeping drifts.
Planting: Plant bulbs in fall, 3 inches deep and 3 inches apart. If bulbs appear dry, soak them for a few hours before planting.
Location: Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight—ideal under deciduous trees or in woodland-style plantings.
Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.5–7.5). Add compost or leaf mold to improve texture.
Watering: Keep soil moist during active growth in late winter and early spring. Once foliage dies back, reduce watering.
Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 3–8. Requires a cold period (10–14 weeks) to bloom reliably.
Fertilization: Apply compost or a balanced fertilizer in early spring as shoots emerge.
Pruning: Allow foliage to die back naturally to nourish the bulb. Remove spent flower stalks for tidiness.
Propagation: Naturalizes by offsets and self-seeding. Divide clumps in late spring after foliage fades.
Pest & Disease: Generally pest-free. Rodent- and deer-resistant due to a mild musky scent.
| Height | 5 Inches |
| Spread | 3-6 Inches |
| Spacing | 3-6 Inches |
| Hardiness Zone | 3-8 |
| Color |
White |
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