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Chionodoxa 'Luciliae Alba'

Glory of the Snow

Chionodoxa luciliae 'Alba', commonly known as Glory of the Snow, reaches 3 to 6 inches tall, featuring pure white, star-shaped flowers in loose clusters of up to 8 blooms per stem. These early spring perennials thrive in full sun to part shade, preferring well-drained soil.

Ideal for naturalizing, rock gardens, woodland edges, and borders, they are deer-resistant and spread readily by bulb offsets and self-seeding.

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Growing and Maintenance Tips for Chionodoxa 'Luciliae Alba'

Planting: Plant bulbs in fall, 3 inches deep and 2 to 3 inches apart, with the pointed end facing up. Choose a site with good drainage to prevent rot.
Location: Prefers full sun to partial shade. Ideal for naturalizing in lawns, rock gardens, or beneath deciduous trees.
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil is best. Amend with compost if needed to improve drainage.
Watering: Water after planting and during active growth in spring. Once dormant, they require little to no water.
Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 3–8. No winter protection needed in most climates.
Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer or compost in early spring as growth emerges.
Pruning: Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to replenish the bulb.
Propagation: Naturalizes easily by seed and bulb offsets. Divide clumps in summer when dormant if needed.
Pest & Disease: Generally pest-free and deer-resistant. Avoid soggy soil to prevent bulb rot.