Snowdrops are often referred to as the first messengers of spring and the approaching heat. In fact, it is these flowers that first appear in the early spring from the thickness of the snow that has not yet melted. Flowering them lasts about a month.
The snowdrop blossoms in April, although there are some varieties that appear in late February - early March. In honor of the flower even set a holiday - World Snowdrop Day. He celebrated on April 19 - it was at this time that he appeared in England and throughout the West of Europe.
Where in the nature grow snowdrops?
These melkolukovichnye plants are very undemanding to the conditions of growth. They peck with the first spring rays. The genus of snowdrops includes eighteen wild-growing species. All of them are found in Southern and Central Europe, the Caucasus and the west of Asia Minor.
If you want to know where the snowdrop grows in Russia, go to Stavropol and Krasnodar Territory. There you can meet 12 of 18 species of snowdrops. They grow on forest edges, mountain meadows and along rivers. In general, snowdrops grow throughout Russia, with the exception of the far north.
Also, many are interested in where the snowdrops grow in Moscow and its region? Is it possible to meet these lovely flowers in the parks of the capital? I must say that in Moscow, a lot of primroses. For example, in Izmailovsky Park and in the Losiny Ostrov National Park. It is also worth looking for them in the "wild" parks, that is, old and abandoned.
Where do the snowdrops grow in Ukraine?
The snowdrop is spread over most of its territory, however it is more common near the Black Sea coast, that is, in the south of the country.
It must be said that in Ukraine snowdrops are listed in the Red Book, as they were virtually destroyed by the sellers and lovers of the first spring bunches, including digging plants along with bulbs.
Where in the Crimea grow snowdrops?
In the forests of the peninsula, you can find many rare and protected plants listed in the Red Book. Including, a folded snowdrop. The snowdrop grows all over the mountainous Crimea, mainly in shady places.
Growing snowdrops
As already mentioned above, snowdrops are very unpretentious plants, which is enough + 10 ° C to begin to germinate through a layer of snow. Gardeners often grow these lovely plants on their own
If you also want to try yourself in this role, choose sites with penumbra. Since snowdrops are winter-hardy, you are more likely to succeed if you live in a region with a constant minus period. To the soil the plants are quite undemanding. However, it is important for it to have a high humidity and at least 4-5 hours of light in the spring.
Having planted bulbs, you need to have patience, because they should get well. The first flowering can come only after 2-3 years. However, after that, they will please you with blossom every year, without requiring special care efforts in return.