Snowdrops are one of our favourite signs that spring is coming! They bloom near the end of winter, even when there is still a little snow. This bulb is native to European woodlands and is a member of the same family as amaryllis, another winter favourite (but indoors).
Snowdrops like full sun to part shade, but remember, when they boom, many areas of your garden that are normally shade in the summer are sunny when trees are bare. Moist but not soggy soil is ideal. You can plant them throughout your lawn as they bloom before the grass is growing and are about the same height. Do not plant in high foot traffic areas. The bulbs will slowly naturalize if they like the spot and create a cluster of blooms over time. You can transplant these clusters.
Looking to add these sweet blooms to your garden? Look for the bulbs in the fall at garden centres or in fall bulb catalogs. Plant at about 3 inches deep once evenings become cool (3-10 C).
Want to read more? Check out the sources we used for this article:
• Garden Know How – Click here.
• Chicago Botanical Gardens – Click here.
