Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000353
11/12/99
Chiondoxa luciliae - Glory of the Snow
Height: 6 in Spacing: 3 in
Type: hardy bulb
Flowers: Blue
Comments: Chiondoxa flowers (Vis. 1) early and is planted 2
inches deep. The plant is useful for naturalized settings
as it spreads quickly and forms large colonies. The plants
grow in sun or partial shade but the flowers last longer in
partial shade. Any ordinary garden soil is sufficient.
Propagation: The bulbs are planted in August or September.
The bulbs multiply rapidly and are divided after the
foliage has matured.
Cultivars:
'Gigantea' - Larger, blue flowers.
References for Cultivars: White Flower Farm 1997.
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