Overview
Galanthus woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' is a tufted bulbs in the genus Galanthus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Galanthus woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' 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 woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' is a tufted bulbous perennial from the Amaryllidaceae family, notable for its deciduous, linear foliage and solitary, nodding white flowers typical of the Galanthus genus. It thrives in well-drained, humus-rich soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, and prefers sheltered, west- or south-facing aspects with full sun or partial shade. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, rock gardens, and container planting. It flowers in winter and spring and can be propagated by seed or division.
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 woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' 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 woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella'
- 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 woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella'?
Galanthus woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Galanthus woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' need?
Galanthus woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' 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 woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' hardy in the UK?
Galanthus woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella' 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 woronowii 'Rodmarton Capella'?
Propagate by seed, sown in containers in an open frame when ripe or division when foliage dies back.
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- Galanthus elwesii 'Cross Eyes'
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