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Giant Snowdrop (Galanthus elwesii) is both the largest and the earliest of the Snowdrops. Galanthus – in the amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae), is native to the woods and wet, alpine grasslands of cool mountainous regions of southern Europe. The blooms stay closed on cloudy days and flare widely in sunshine.
Best grown in zones 4-9, they do best in part shade as an early bloom in March - April. They thrive in rich, woodsy soil and show best in deciduous shade, under bushes or trees or along woodland paths.
The plants have two or three dark green, strap-like leaves that grow 4-10″ tall. The leaf tips are thickened sort of like a nail on a finger, protecting the flower bud as they push through the soil.
Like other members of the Amaryllis family, Snowdrops are avoided by deer and voles.
Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.
For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.
For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 1 year warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant!
Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.