Leucojum vernum
spring snowflake
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© Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center
Outstanding Qualities
Leucojum vernum is a bulbous perennial with erect, strap-shaped, glossy dark-green leaves to 10 inches. In early spring leafless stems that are up to 12-inches bear 1 or 2 bell-shaped, 1-inch green-tipped white flowers. This species will produce a robust clump over time. Leucojum vernum makes its mark in the spring garden and by summer has gone dormant and is just a memory. spring Snowflake is a great naturalizer and looks good with other spring ephemerals such as tulips and daffodils. It is also a good choice for planting between later-season perennials.
Quick Facts
Plant Type: upright bulb
Foliage Type: deciduous
Plant Height: 1 ft. 0 in. (0.30 meters)
Plant Width/Spread: 0 ft. 6 in. (0.15 meters)
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4 to 8
Flower Color: white
Sun/Light Exposure: full sun to light or open shade
Water Requirements: occasional during dry weather
Resistant to: deer
Colors & Combos
Great Color Contrasts: pink, lavender, yellow
Great Color Partners: dark green, white
- Culture Notes
- Spring snowflake grows best in full sun to light or open shade. Like daffodils, grow them under shrubs and trees that are leafless in late winter and early spring. This bulb likes a moist to well-drained soil, but will tolerate sand or clay. It prefers not to completely dry out in the summer while dormant. Plant it in a location with occasional water during dry weather. It is best to plant the bulbs in fall. The foliage can be cut back in early summer once it has started to yellow.