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Chionodoxa forbesii 'Pink Giant'

Common name: Glory of the Snow, Scilla

One of the earliest and prettiest spring blooms

-15 to -20°C
Good Cut Flowers
Good for Pollinators

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Chionodoxa forbesii Pink Giant is a dazzling early blooming perennial also known as Glory of the Snow. A cluster of star-shaped pink flowers turn towards the sun with their white stamens reflecting the sun's glory. The foliage frames the plant perfectly. Announcing the start of spring chionodoxa forbesii flowers before the bluebells and is perfect for planting front or centre of a border. A clump could also be planted in a pretty container providing contrast or in a rockery. Pink Giant is a long-lasting flower to cut for a vase or bouquet. Chionodoxa are comfortable with dry conditions and prefer well-drained soil types as well as shelter from wind. Plant in sun or partial sun. These bulbs are planted in September-October and will present a glorious display in March. Plant several bulbs together for swathes of colour which will naturalise if left undisturbed and provide early spring colour for years
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Key Information
Latin Name Chionodoxa forbesii 'Pink Giant' 5/6 size bulb 20 bag
Common Name Glory of the Snow, Scilla
Hardiness H6 (-15 to -20°C)
Colour Pink
Type Perennial
Format Bulbs
Position Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun
Foliage Deciduous
Height in Maturity (m) 0.25 m
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.10
Soil Conditions Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Acidity Acid Alkaline Neutral
Aspect East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Good for pots Yes
Good for hanging baskets Yes
Good for Rockeries Yes
Good for wildlife Yes
Good for pollinators Yes
Good for cutting Yes
Good for groundcover Yes

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