Leucojum aestivum

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Summer or Giant Snowflake

 
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Description

This is a woodland bedding bulb that blooms in the spring. The pendant flowers look like white bells, with 6 petals tipped with a dot of emerald green. Multiple flowers dangle on stems 18" in length. Leaves are straplike and grow 1'-2' long and less than 1" wide. Leaves grow from the bulb and bend down gracefully. Flowers are mildly fragrant. This bulb looks best if planted in masses but can naturalize an area. Water regularly during springtime; it can tolerate drought during summer.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.