snowdrop

Snowdrop (Galanthus alpinus) should be watered weekly when in bloom, and every 2 weeks when out of bloom. During blooming season, water the soil around the plants to keep it evenly moist but not soggy. Allow the top inch or 2 of soil to dry out between waterings. During the off-bloom season, allow the soil to dry out between waterings and reduce watering. Keep in mind that these plants thrive when their roots are kept cool, so be sure not to overwater.

Snowdrop (Galanthus alpinus) prefers bright, but indirect, light. Direct sunlight can be too harsh and may cause the leaves to yellow. A few hours of direct sun in the morning is ideal, but it should not have direct sun all day long during its growing season. Ideally, it should have at least 4 to 6 hours of filtered sunlight per day, and 8 to 12 hours of indirect sunlight per day. It will also appreciate a few hours of shade or filtered light in the middle of the day to protect it from intense midday heat. When grown outdoors, it should be planted in an area with good air circulation to promote healthy growth.

Snowdrop (Galanthus alpinus) is best pruned shortly after flowering. Trim off spent flowers and remove any dead leaves. Take care not to accidentally cut into the new foliage and buds of the snowdrop as this can damage the future blooms. Pruning too late in the season can also weaken the plant and reduce future flowering. Pruning scarcely is usually sufficient, though more aggressive pruning may be necessary in cases of extremely dense or overgrown plantings.