Summer snowflake (Leucojum pulchellum) offers elegant, nodding white flowers with green-tipped petals in late spring to early summer. A beautiful addition to borders and
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers locations with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily, but tolerates light shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in dormancy.
Moist, well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures during its active growing season.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced liquid feed.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season from spring to early summer. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings, but avoid letting the plant completely dry out.
Reduce watering significantly once the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late summer.
Deadhead spent flowers to prevent seed formation, which can divert energy from bulb development. Cut back the foliage only after it has completely yellowed and died back naturally in late summer.
This allows the plant to store energy for the next blooming season.
Summer snowflake can be propagated by dividing established clumps in late summer or early autumn, just as they enter dormancy. Replant the divisions promptly.
Seeds can also be sown in autumn, but germination is often slow and requires patience.
Repot established plants every 2-3 years, ideally in late summer or early autumn when the bulbs are dormant. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting helps to refresh the soil and prevent overcrowding, ensuring continued vigor and flowering.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Summer Snowflake (Leucojum pulchellum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Leucojum |
| Species | Leucojum pulchellum |
Similar in genus Leucojum
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