Product Details
Lifecycle: Perennial bulb
Mature Size: 6–8 in tall × 4–6 in wide
Sun: Full sun in winter to part shade
Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained
Bloom Season: Late winter to early spring
Flower Color: White
Bulbs Per Package: 10
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8 (perennial)
Reliably hardy in Zones 3–8
One of the earliest bulbs to bloom each year
Naturalizes readily when left undisturbed
Prefers moist spring soil followed by a drier summer dormancy
Well suited to woodland gardens and deciduous shade
Growing Guide
Planting Depth
Plant bulbs 3–4 inches deep.
Germination
Not applicable. Bulbs emerge naturally after winter chilling.
Planting Time
Plant in autumn before the ground freezes.
Placement & Cultivation
Plant beneath deciduous trees, woodland edges, or lightly shaded borders where the bulbs receive winter and early spring sunlight before trees leaf out. Leave foliage in place until it yellows naturally to replenish the bulbs for future flowering.
Final Spacing
3–4 inches
Water Requirements
Moderate. Keep soil evenly moist during winter and spring growth. Avoid prolonged wet conditions during summer dormancy.
Soil pH
Neutral to slightly alkaline preferred.
Fertilizer
Top-dress annually with compost or leaf mold. Heavy fertilization is generally unnecessary.
Pests & Diseases
Generally pest resistant and long-lived. Excellent drainage helps prevent bulb rot.
Cut Flower Use
Best appreciated in the garden. Small blooms may be cut for miniature arrangements but are most effective when allowed to naturalize outdoors.
Harvest & Garden Use
When to Plant
Plant bulbs in autumn while soil remains workable. Earlier planting encourages strong root establishment before winter.
Garden Performance
One of the finest bulbs for naturalizing beneath deciduous trees, along woodland paths, or at the front of shaded borders. Clumps slowly increase over time, creating elegant drifts that return each year with minimal care.
Naturalizing
Left undisturbed, bulbs gradually multiply into beautiful colonies. Divide only when clumps become crowded, typically every several years.
White Garden Companions
Anemone 'The Bride', Tulip 'Hakuun', Allium 'Mount Everest', Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba', Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd', and Phlox 'David'.
Part of the Proper Useful White Garden Collection
Chosen for its timeless elegance and dependable return each spring, Galanthus woronowii provides one of the earliest moments of beauty in the garden. It layers naturally with companion bulbs, bare root plants, and seeds to create gardens that become richer and more established with every passing season.
Shipping Notice
Bulbs ship during the appropriate planting season for your region. Orders containing bulbs and other products may ship separately to ensure everything arrives at the proper planting time.
