Atkinsii snowdrop
Galanthus 'Atkinsii'
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun or partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size4 to 8 inches tall4 to 8 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Bloom color
- White/cream
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Atkinsii' snowdrop (Galanthus 'Atkinsii') is a perennial for borders, containers, and ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun to full shade and average to moist soil of most types. It is one of the earliest snowdrops to bloom, and the fragrant white flowers hang from tall stems with an inverted green heart on the inner petals. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. Bees visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Carlton daffodil, Fire and Ice hosta, and Picture tulip.