Early to Rise

Among the first to bloom, these bulbs are a spring delight

REAP THE REWARDS Grow double snowdrops near a walkway so that you can enjoy the small blooms. Then snip a few flowers to add to an indoor bouquet. Double Snowdrops Galanthus nivalis ‘Flore Pleno’, Zones 3 to 8 With layered petals adorned with green, double snowdrops provide a refreshing burst of blooms come spring. Plant the bulbs in fall, about 2 to 3 inches deep and the same distance apart. Provide well-draining soil to ensure a spring show. Light needs: Full sun or part shade. Size: 4 to 6 inches tall. Grown for: Early spring blooms that are known to be deer resistant. Bloom time: About two weeks. Growing tip: Plant double snowdrops with other spring blooming bulbs, such as tulips and crocuses, for major early impact. VISIONS BV, NETHERLANDS/VISIONSPICTURES & PHOTOGRAPHY…

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Birds & Blooms (Digital) - 1 Issue, February/March 2024

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