Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Galanthus woronowii
Giant snowdrop
Out of the 10 bulbs, 1 was rotten. I was refunded for that one. We'll see how well the bulbs establish.
Jessica, 31/10/2025
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Description
Galanthus woronowii is a close relative of G. nivalis. It has become rare in its original territories. It is part of the wild flora of the plains and mountains of Turkey, Georgia, and southern Russia. This small bulbous plant is essentially distinguished by the colour of its shiny foliage, which is a much brighter green without any trace of grey. The small green spots that adorn the tips of its petals also have a different shape. It is just as easy to grow and naturalise in the garden. Plant it before December, when it is dormant, and it will delight you with its pretty white bells from the end of January. It multiplies quickly and forms lovely clumps that disappear with the first warm weather. It can also be forced in a pot for Christmas flowering. Plant it near the house to admire it up close.
Galanthus woronowii is an herbaceous perennial bulbous plant of the Amaryllidaceae family. It forms a beautiful clump measuring 15 to 20cm (6 to 8in) in height, consisting of ribbon-like leaves, strongly sheathed at the base. They are fairly light green, very bright, shiny, and waxy in texture, diverging strongly from the stem over time, which is a characteristic of this species. The leaves are also folded forward. In February-March, depending on the climate, one or two stems are produced by each bulb. They each bear a 3cm (1in) wide flower, facing outwards from the clump and inclined towards the ground. The flowers are composed of a variable number of rounded airy white sepals, covering a small central white corolla. The outer part has a green U-shaped mark at the tip of the petals (not a V-shape like in G. nivalis). The interior is marked with green on the lower third of its surface. The flowers are slightly fragrant and nectar-rich. The foliage turns yellow, then disappears at the end of spring. Snowdrops produce seeds, as well as numerous bulblets that allow them to spread over time. The dispersal of seeds is mostly carried out by ants.
Snowdrops are part of the wild flora of our country. They convey an incredible power, as evidenced by the numerous legends associated with them; don't we say that spring is synonymous with the renewal of life? It will go well with Crocus chrysanthus, Christmas roses, and squills. It will thrive in a moist rockery, along with creeping bugle, Anthyllis montana 'Rubra', and a small, easy-to-grow fern called Blechnum penna-marina. These plants will occupy the space left by the snowdrops once their foliage has dried up, without suffocating the bulbs. It is ideal for light woodland, preceding the flowering of hellebores and corydalis. In cool climates, it tolerates sunny exposures at the edge of a border. It also grows very well in pots.
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Botanical data
Galanthus
woronowii
Amaryllidaceae (Liliaceae)
Giant snowdrop
Central Europe
Planting and care
Plant the snowdrop bulbs as soon as possible, from September to November. Plant them 8cm (3in) deep, spaced 5cm (2in) apart, grouping them in batches of at least 15 or 20. After that, the cultivation requires little care. We advise you to leave the clumps in place for several years. They will naturally proliferate.
Snowdrops appreciate contrasting climates and need a period of cold to flower. They adapt to almost all soils, as long as they are moist, well-drained, and rather fertile. These plants should not lack water during the growth period. In warm regions, it is advisable to plant them in a position that benefits from the morning sun but with shade in the afternoon. They tolerate direct sunlight very well in cool regions.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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