About
Galanthus _ allenii, Allen's snowdrop, is a bulbous perennial with broad, greyish-green, arching leaves and late-winter, bitter-almond-scented, white flowers. The inner segments are marked with a wide, green, inverted 'V' shape. A charming and fragrant hybrid snowdrop for a shaded border or woodland garden.
About the genus
Galanthus, the snowdrops, are dwarf bulbous perennials with linear or strap-shaped leaves and solitary, often honey-scented, nodding flowers with three white outer tepals and three shorter inner ones, usually marked with green. They flower in late winter and early spring and are among the most beloved harbingers of spring.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeBulbs
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Native toTranscaucasus
FragranceFlower
ToxicityHumans/Pets (dogs, cats): Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil that does not dry out in summer in sun or partial shade. See snowdrop cultivation
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division as the foliage dies back
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to narcissus bulb fly
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to snowdrop grey mould