With its three leaves and its snow-white bell-shaped blossom, it appears delicate and fragile. But the snowdrop is tough, contrary to its appearance. But what about transplanting? When is the right time for this?

Transplant during flowering

Snowdrops have a comparatively short growing season. In spring, when they are in bloom, they are in top form. Therefore, this time is the best time to transplant them.

Most types of snowdrop bloom between January and March. By May at the very latest, the flowering will end and the snowdrops will have died. Transplanting of most snowdrop species should therefore take place between February and the end of March.

Autumn - an alternative?

Transplanting can also be done at a later time. But note: In contrast to many other perennials, it is not advisable to transplant the snowdrop in autumn. Since it is withdrawn above ground, it would no longer be easy to find. Furthermore, the bulb is exhausted and the probability of survival is lower than at the time of flowering.

Conditions for transplanting

But not only the flowering time determines the transplanting. There are other aspects that are important. For one, the snowdrops should still be green and not brown and withered. On the other hand, the ground should be thawed and easy to work with.

Excavate, separate, implement

Procedure for transplanting:

  • do not cut down (onions draw nutrients from leaves and stems)
  • dig up with a spade or digging fork
  • Separate onions (daughter onions are used for propagation)
  • dig planting holes
  • Plant the bulbs 6 cm deep, spaced 10 cm apart

Which location is suitable?

The new location for the snowdrops should be partially shaded to shaded. These plants feel most comfortable under or in front of deciduous trees. These are bare in winter when the snowdrops bloom and the snowdrops can shoot up quickly due to the warm sunlight.

While partially shaded locations with humus-rich and moist soil are ideal, locations near coniferous trees such as arborvitae and yew are poorly tolerated by snowdrops. There they find an acidic soil that they don't like.

tips and tricks

Be careful not to choose a sunny location. Snowdrops do not feel well cared for there and could dry up quickly.

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Herbs