Overview
Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' is a tufted bulbs in the genus Galanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' is a tufted cultivar of Galanthus, a genus of small, bulbous perennials in the Amaryllidaceae family. These plants have deciduous, linear foliage and produce solitary, nodding white flowers with characteristic green markings on the inner tepals. Suitable for sheltered locations with full sun or partial shade, 'Kinn McIntosh' thrives in well-drained soils including chalk, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and is ideal for cottage gardens, rock gardens, or containers, offering interest in both winter and spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Galanthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh'
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed, sown in containers in an open frame when ripe or division when foliage dies back
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to narcissus bulb fly
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to snowdrop grey mould
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh'?
Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' need?
Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' hardy in the UK?
Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Galanthus 'Kinn McIntosh'?
Propagate by seed, sown in containers in an open frame when ripe or division when foliage dies back.
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