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Galanthusnivalis 'Lady Elphinstone'

Family: Amaryllidaceae (am-uh-ril-id-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Galanthus (guh-LAN-thus)
Species: nivalis (niv-VAL-us)
Cultivar: Lady Elphinstone

Category
Bulbs

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Deciduous
Provides Winter Interest

Foliage Color

Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)

Hardiness

Where to Grow

Danger

Bloom Color
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)

Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible