Summer snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) – 40 flower bulbs (size 8/9)

Plant these 40 Summer Snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) bulbs from September through October, and enjoy white flowers from April through June. The Summer Snowflake bears white bell-shaped flowers with green spots and thrives in damp places where other bulbs rot. Use them along the pond, in damp borders, and in natural gardens. The bulbs are size 8/9: the circumference of the bulb in centimeters. The larger the bulb, the more vigorous the bloom.

Characteristics

• Indoor or outdoor: Outdoor plant – for garden, balcony and terrace
• Botanical name: Leucojum aestivum
• Quantity: 40 bulbs
• Bulb size: 8/9
• Flower colour: white
• Flowering period: April–June
• Planting time: September through October
• Planting depth: 8–10 cm
• Plant spacing: approx. 10 cm (enough for a group of approximately 60 × 60 cm)
• Location: partial shade
• Winter hardiness: hardy
• Pets: toxic to pets

Planting and care

Plant the bulbs 8–10 cm deep with the point facing up, in well-drained soil. Leave the clumps to grow undisturbed; they will become fuller each year. Also view our range of potting soil & tools to plant your bulbs properly.