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Gardening Advice & Tips for Irish Gardeners
Growing Snowdrops in Ireland - How to Plant Snowdrops
Snow drops are a particular favorite for Irish gardeners but are tricky to grow. Also know as Galanthas, they are hardy little flowers and can take an average of 2-4 years to grow to flowering size. It does take patience for these little beauties and the wait can off putting for some but once fully grown, there is no better sight than an array of snowdrops in your garden, come spring.
Snowdrop growing conditions
When planting snowdrop bulbs, you should choose a location that is moist and is rich in humus. You should avoid dry areas and ones with full sunshine. Snowdrops prefer partial shaded areas and grow well amongst shrubs or small trees.
Snowdrops - Traditional Spring Flowers
Planting snowdrop bulbs
You should sow the snowdrop bulbs in groups in a hole that is around 3 inches deep. Planting holes should be around 3 inches apart also. See bulb planter video below. They are not suitable to grow in pots.
If nearby plants appear to be smothering or over crowding the snowdrops you can move them. If you are moving them, do so in Autumn or at the end of spring after the growth has ended. You want to sow them in an area that does not dry out in the summer months.
You should divide established clumps of snowdrops every year to help avoid disease and it also encourages growth. The best snowdrops are the ones that are dug up every year and divided after they have bloomed and the growth has died back.
