Leucojum aestivum.

The weather of Britain is always gloriously or infuriatingly unpredictable, and to expect anything is somewhat ludicrous. However, snow has tended to appear in recent late winters and early springs- shall we see any this year? There are already some "snowflakes" at Bodnant.


Leucojum aestivum, "Summer Snowflake".
(Bulbous perennial.)


Planting: Autumn. 10cm deep in moist soil.
Flowering: Spring.
Aspect: Full sun, south- or west-facing.
Hardiness: Hardy.

Notes: According to Perseus, a marvellous classical resource, leukos does not merely mean "white"; it implies a brilliant, shimmering white glow.