Galanthus plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' (snowdrop 'Edinburgh Ketton') — Clump forming

Overview

Galanthus plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Galanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with green, grey, silver foliage. Galanthus plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' 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 plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' is a clump-forming cultivar of snowdrop, a small bulbous perennial from the Amaryllidaceae family. It features the characteristic solitary, nodding white blooms with green markings typical of the genus, emerging in winter and spring. This cultivar thrives in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it suitable for various garden settings including city gardens, rockeries, and underplanting. Hardy to UK zone H5, it adapts well to different soil types and aspects, providing early seasonal interest with minimal maintenance.

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 plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' 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 plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton'

Propagation: Seed, Division
Pest resistance: Narcissus bulb fly
Disease resistance: Snowdrop grey mould

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Galanthus plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton'?

Galanthus plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Galanthus plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' need?

Galanthus plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' 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 plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' hardy in the UK?

Galanthus plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton' 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 plicatus 'Edinburgh Ketton'?

Seed, Division.

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