Galanthus bursanus is a species of snowdrop, native to Turkey. It is a small, spring-blooming bulbous perennial known for its delicate white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial shade
50% intensity
Prefers dappled sunlight, especially under deciduous trees that provide shade in summer but allow sun in early spring. Can tolerate full sun if soil remains moist.
Consistent moisture during growth, dry during dormancy
50% intensity
Ensure soil is moist but not soggy during spring and early summer. Allow soil to dry between waterings. Reduce significantly as foliage yellows.
Well-drained
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Cool to moderate
75% intensity
Thrives in cool climates and requires a period of cold for vernalization. Protect from extreme heat. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Outdoor
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Low
25% intensity
Benefits from a light feeding of balanced fertilizer in early spring or incorporation of compost annually. Over-fertilizing can be detrimental.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently when the soil begins to dry out during the growing season. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to bulb rot.
Reduce watering significantly as the foliage starts to yellow and die back after flowering, allowing the bulbs to go dormant.
Pruning is minimal for Galanthus bursanus. Remove any dead or yellowing foliage only after it has completely died back.
This ensures the plant has sufficient time to replenish its energy reserves in the bulb for the following year's bloom.
Propagation is primarily done through division of established clumps, ideally in late summer after the foliage has died down. The bulbs can also be increased by seed, though this is a much slower process and flowers may take several years to appear.
Repotting is typically done when the bulbs become overcrowded, usually every 3-5 years.
The best time to repot is immediately after flowering, while the bulbs are still in their 'green' dormant state, or during their summer dormancy. Use well-draining soil.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Galanthus |
| Species | Galanthus bursanus |
Similar in genus Galanthus
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