Overview
Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d) is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Galanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. It is low maintenance.
About
Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' is a cultivar of the Galanthus genus, small bulbous perennials known for their nodding, solitary white flowers with green markings and linear foliage. This clump-forming snowdrop grows to between 0.1 and 0.5 metres in height and spread, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. It thrives in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels, and prefers dappled shade or partial sun. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for rock gardens, courtyards, and informal garden settings, flowering in winter and spring.
About the genus
Galanthus, or snowdrop, is a small genus of approximately 20 species of bulbous perennial herbaceous plants in the family Amaryllidaceae. The plants have two linear leaves and a single small white drooping bell-shaped flower with six petal-like (petaloid) tepals in two circles (whorls). The smaller inner petals have green markings.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Galanthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d)?
Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d) need?
Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d) grow?
Galanthus 'Jaquenetta' (d) reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
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