LEUCOJUM aestivum
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LEUCOJUM aestivum
Commonly known as Loddon lily, Summer snowflake
Tall stems with pendulous white flowers
5 per pot
individually £12.00 each , 3+ £10.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
The native Summer snowflake. Loddon from the Thames tributary in Hampshire and Berkshire from where it became known. -
Pests & Diseases
Slugs, narcissus bulb fly. -
Place of origin
Britain, Europe, Turkey, Iran. -
White
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Bog garden
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Fully hardy
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Height
45-60cm (18-24in) -
Spread
8cm (3in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialBulbous perennial. Erect, strap-shaped, glossy, dark-green leaves to 40cm (16in) long. Produces up to 8 flowers 2cm (¾in) long with green tips on leafless stems.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowersFaintly chocolate scented.
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Wet or boggy soilReliably moist, humus-rich soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
Ornamental bulb. People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size45-60cm (18-24in)
8cm (3in)
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