Snowdrop Seeds – Galanthus Nivalis

Product Description
Galanthus nivalis, commonly known as the Common Snowdrop, produces delicate white bell-shaped flowers that are among the earliest signs of spring. These charming blooms thrive in cool climates and naturalize beautifully in woodland gardens, shaded borders, and moist, well-drained sites. Snowdrops are valued for their resilience, elegance, and ability to bloom when little else is flowering, making them a beloved choice for home gardeners seeking early-season beauty.

Features

• Produces classic white snowdrop blooms in late winter to early spring

• Ideal for naturalizing in woodland areas, borders, and shaded gardens

• Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow in cool climates

• Non-GMO, premium-quality seeds

• Excellent early nectar source for pollinators

Specifications

• Common Name: Common Snowdrop

• Scientific Name: Galanthus nivalis

• Plant Type: Perennial bulbous plant grown from seed

• Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring

• Height: 4–8 inches

• Season:

  • Best sown in cool seasons; seeds benefit from cold stratification

  • Sowing Months (USA):

    • Zones 3–5: Sow outdoors Aug–Oct for natural cold treatment

    • Zones 6–7: Sow outdoors Oct–Dec

    • Zone 8: Start indoors Nov–Jan with refrigeration (6–8 weeks)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

• Sunlight: Partial shade to full shade

• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during growth

• Germination Time: 30–90 days after stratification

• Spacing: 3–4 inches