Also known as Snowdrop
Galanthus gracilis, the Slender Snowdrop, is an elegant bulbous perennial native to the Balkans, featuring delicate white flowers that appear in late winter or early spri
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers dappled shade, especially under deciduous trees, or bright indirect light.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce when dormant.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cool temperatures; requires a cold period for dormancy. Protect from extreme heat.
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering significantly once the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late spring or early summer.
Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot, especially during dormancy.
No regular pruning is required. Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering; this is crucial for the bulb to store energy for the following year.
Remove any dead or damaged leaves only after they have fully yellowed and withered, typically in late spring.
Divide overcrowded clumps of bulbs in late summer or early autumn when they are dormant. Replant the divisions immediately into well-drained soil.
Alternatively, sow fresh seeds in autumn in a cool, moist seedbed, though flowering may take several years.
Repot bulbs when they become overcrowded, typically every 3-5 years, in late summer or early autumn. Choose a well-draining compost mix.
Plant bulbs at a depth of about 5-7 cm, ensuring they have enough space to grow and multiply.
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Where Slender Snowdrop (Galanthus gracilis) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Galanthus |
| Species | Galanthus gracilis |
Similar in genus Galanthus
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