Bringing the snowdrops home

Yes, I know I’ve already exclaimed that the snowdrops are here at Plot 44. They are so beautiful.

Snowdrops (Galanthus) are a small family of about 20 species of snowdrops in the Northern Hemisphere. Different species have different features, such as the size of the petals (technically tepals actually for my gardening friends) and the green markings; and the ones that grow on Plot 44 – from what I can tell – are the Common Snowdrop (unless anyone else can inform me otherwise). But how can there be anything ‘common’ about them! I cannot resist cutting just three and bringing them home. Here, in the warmth of the house, they open up and are absolutely delightful.

snowdrop 1

snowdrop 2

snowdrop 3

snowdrop 4

This Sunday, weather permitting, I am visiting a garden noted for its collection of snowdrops. It’s John Bent’s Weeping Ash Garden near Leigh, about halfway between Liverpool and Manchester. For my friends in North West England who may be interested in visiting, the directions are here, but please note it is only open one Sunday a month from 1pm to 4pm, depending on the weather. If you are unsure then please ring Bent’s garden centre on 1942 266300 and they can let you know if it’s open. Or you might want to visit Bent’s anyway, for ‘quality home-grown plants, and ideas for your springtime garden.’ (No, I’m not on commission, and no I’ve not been – yet).

Oh, and thanks to our accountant for the heads up on this garden, she was also the informant on the puffins!

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