Overview
Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Galanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with green, grey, silver foliage. Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, rock garden, cottage and informal garden, low maintenance, banks and slopes, garden edging, underplanting of roses and shrubs and flower borders and beds.
About
Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' is a clump-forming bulbous perennial belonging to the genus Galanthus, known for its small size and nodding, solitary blooms. This cultivar features green, grey, or silver foliage and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Suitable for a variety of garden settings including city gardens, rock gardens, and underplanting of shrubs, it is hardy to UK zone H5. Its season of interest spans winter and spring, adding delicate charm with its characteristic white flowers marked by green on the inner tepals.
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, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Green, Grey, Silver
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Garden edging, Underplanting of roses and shrubs, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Narcissus bulb fly
- Disease resistance
- Snowdrop grey mould
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum'?
Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' need?
Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' 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.
Is Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' hardy in the UK?
Galanthus nivalis 'Conundrum' 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 nivalis 'Conundrum'?
Seed, Division.
More in the Galanthus genus
- Galanthussnowdrop
- Galanthus alpinus var. alpinusCaucasian snowdrop
- Galanthus elwesii 'Byrkley'
- Galanthus elwesii 'Cinderdine'greater snowdrop 'Cinderdine'
- Galanthus elwesii 'Cross Eyes'
- Galanthus elwesii 'Kencot Kali'
- Galanthus elwesii 'Mount Everest'
- Galanthus elwesii 'Snow Fox'