Flowers. Photo from R. V. Roger

Foliage.

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Acis autumnale 'September Snow'

(Syn. Leucojum autumnale 'September Snow')

Common Name

Snowflake

Soil

Sand, Chalk. Requires excellent drainage.

Sun Aspect

Full Sun

Soil Moisture

Dry

Plant Type

Herbaceous Bulb

Height x Spread in feet

4 inches x 2 inches

Foliage

Dark Green grass-like foliage being produced at the same time as the flower spike.

Flower Colour in Month(s). Seed

Pure White flowers on 4-8 inch stems, 3-4 flowers per stalk in late September and October.

Comment

Native to the southern part of Europe, including Spain and Portugal. Plant with 1 or 2 inches of soil over the tops of the bulbs towards the front of a border in an area where they can be left undisturbed. Adequate moisture should be given during the growing season only.

"A selected virtually pure white form of Acis autumnale. Easy to grow and quite vigorous." from R.V. Roger.

Available from R. V. Roger.