Snowdrops signal spring, even when the view outdoors may not look spring-like. Often poking up through the snow, they’re among the earliest flowers to bloom. Snowdrops are perennials, perfect for ...

Slowly but surely, the chilly autumn breeze has us retreating from our gardens and into the cosy corners of our homes. But before we bid our plots farewell until next year, there’s one more thing to ...

Snowdrops, (Galanthus), a dainty little flower that blooms in winter, are a joy to see as they emerge in cold weather. They bloom at a time of year when other bulbs and flowers are sleeping. Their ...

* What it is: A short, winter-hardy, super-early-blooming bulb that can send up its nodding, white, bell-shaped flowers as early as end of January some years. Even a covering of snow won't faze these.

Contrary to its name, the snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) is a welcome sign of spring. These hardy bulbs typically sprout in February and March, making them one of the first harbingers of warmer weather.

Scientists have identified 17 bioactive compounds in winter snowdrops, the earliest flowering plants in Europe. Out of the alkaloids identified, three are new to science and belong to a group with ...

Planting bulbs correctly is key to well supported and healthy growth in your plant, and the same goes when it comes to settling in your snowdrops. With countless snowdrop varieties to grow in your ...