They have grassy leaves and carry clusters of small bell shaped snowy white flowers which bloom at any time of the year (dependent upon the species).
Some of the common names for Leucojum include Summer Snowflake, Snowflake, and Loddon Lily.
Leucojum vernum by blumenbiene.
Summer Snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) by wlcutler.
Common Names: Snowflake, Loddon Lily, Spring/Summer Snowflake.
Life Cycle: Hardy bulb.
Height: 4 to 36 inches (10 to 90 cm).
Native: Europe. Western Asia.
Growing Region: Zones 4 to 9.
It is best to grow Summer Snowflake and other Leucojum members from bulbs outdoors. The bulbs should be burried at a depth of 8 to 10 cm (3 to 4 inches) at the end of autumn.
Leucojum can grow in either a sunny or partly shaded area of the garden, and like a dampish woodland like soil.
Once growing Leucojum should be divided every 6 to 7 years, remove dead leaves once fully withered.
I hope that you enjoyed this guide on how to grow Leucojum plants. You may also enjoy my gardening guides on how to grow Geranium, Iris plant, and Zinnia plants.