Plant of the week

Galanthus nivalis

Now that the ground is thawing and spring is coming, its the perfect time to plant bulbs 'in the green' and snowdrops are the ideal candidates for this. Snowdrop bulbs bought in autumn often tend to get dehydrated and this can lead to disappointing results, which is why planting them 'in the green' is becoming more and more popular. Snowdrops are perfect for naturalising in the border under deciduous trees and shrubs or in grass. Plant in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil.