European Snowdrop Seeds - Flower Plant

European Snowdrop is a hardy bulbous perennial admired for its delicate white, nodding flowers and early-season blooms. Native to Europe, it is widely grown in woodland gardens, borders, rock gardens, naturalized landscapes, and container displays. This cold-hardy plant thrives in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Its elegant flowers emerge in late winter to early spring, providing valuable seasonal interest when few other plants are in bloom.

Features

• Produces graceful white bell-shaped flowers
• Early-flowering perennial for late winter and spring color
• Suitable for woodland gardens and naturalized plantings
• Performs well in partial shade to full sun
• Cold-hardy and dependable in temperate climates
• Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and containers
• Provides early-season ornamental interest

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Galanthus nivalis
• Common Name (US): European Snowdrop
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
• Growth Habit: Bulbous perennial
• USDA Zones: 3-8
• Planting Season: Fall
• Growing Season: Late Winter through Spring
• Sowing Season: Fall (September-November)
• Sowing Season Months: September, October, November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30-90 days; cold stratification recommended for improved germination
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain lightly moist soil during active growth
• Mature Plant Size: 4-8 inches tall, 3-6 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 3-4 inches apart