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| Chionodoxa | Common name; Glory of the Snow |
A hardy bulbous perennial that flowers around March to April, it grows to a height of around 100-200mm (4"-8") making it suitable for rock gardens, and the front of borders.
Week 16; If the clusters are becoming overcrowded or outgrowing their allotted space and the weather condition is suitable, lift and divide the plants when the foliage is dying back.
Around the same time seed can be saved.
Remove the round seed pods when the seed is ripe (black) but before the capsules have opened.
Sow the seeds in pots or trays of seed compost and place in a coldframe to germinate.
Grow the seedlings on for a full season then plant them out in their new quarters after the foliage has died down the following year.
Week 40; Plant the bulbs out approx. 50-75mm (2"-3") apart and 50-75mm (2"-3") deep in ordinary well-drained garden soil and in full sunlight.
They are most effective when planted in groups.
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