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      • Yes, these are long-lived perennials that re-sprout and bloom yearly as long as they get water from irrigation or rain during the active growth period.
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      How to Plant Leucojum Bulbs (Summer Snowflake)

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  3. www.gardenersworld.com › plants › leucojum-aestivumLeucojum aestivum (Snowflake) - BBC Gardeners World Magazine

    It's been known to withstand flooding and standing water, so it's an ideal choice for bog gardens and pond-side plantings. Leucojum aestivum is a lovely snowflake, bearing dark green leaves and wide white flowers with green markings. Grow Leucojum aestivum in moist soil in sun to partial shade.

  4. www.gardenersworld.com › how-to › grow-plantsHow to plant snowflakes - BBC Gardeners World Magazine

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    Order plants in March from mail-order suppliers. Bulbs will be delivered bearing roots and leafy shoots.

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    Prepare the soil well and fork in plenty of compost or well-rotted manure. Plant bulbs as soon as they're delivered so just their green tips sit above soil level.

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    Firm soil round each bulb and then water thoroughly to settle the soil. Even with leaves these small bulbs are prone to drying out, so continue to water each week if conditions are dry. Depending on the variety and when you plant them, your snowflakes may flower in their first year of planting. Allow the bulb foliage die down naturally in summer, p...

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  5. www.dutchgrown.com › pages › growing-guides-how-toGrowing Guides: How to Grow Leucojum (Giant Snowflakes)

    Leucojum, also known as snowflakes, are much loved for their pendant bell-shaped flowers. They are very hardy and need plenty of moisture so plant in full sun or semi-shade in a site which does not dry out excessively in the summer.

  6. www.easytogrowbulbs.com › pages › leucojum-summerLeucojum Planting & Growing Guide - Easy To Grow Bulbs

    Water as needed during active growth periods, supplying about 1” of moisture per week. Leave the foliage in place after blooming has finished for the season. The leaves will gather sunlight to create food through photosynthesis, strengthening the plant for the future.

  7. www.seasonalgardening.co.uk › bulbs › leucojumLeucojum (Snowflake) Planting and Growing Guide

    Planting and Growing Leucojum. Plant dormant bulbs of L. autumnale in late summer. Plant other varieties in early autumn. Plant around 4in (10cm) deep, in any moderately fertile, humus-rich soil. L. autumnale needs sunny, sheltered position. Others varieties grow best in partial shade.

  8. harvesttotable.com › how-to-grow-lecojumHow to Grow Leucogum - Spring Snowflake - Harvest to Table

    Grow Leucojum in any moist, humus-rich but well-drained soil. Small species such as Leucojum autumnale can be planted in a rock garden or bulb frame. Large species such as Leucojum aestivum are excellent in a border or near water or naturalized in grass or a meadow.

  9. gardenandallotment.com › growing-leucojum-leucojumGrowing Leucojum (Leucojum aestivum) - Garden and Allotment ...

    Oct 5, 2024 · 1. Leucojum aestivum. Description: Also known as Summer Snowflake, this species produces nodding, white, bell-shaped flowers with green tips. It blooms in late spring and grows up to 18-24 inches tall. Ideal for: Naturalizing in damp areas, borders, or near water features. 2. Leucojum aestivum ‘Gravetye Giant’.