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Netherland Bulb Company Glory of the Snow Chionodoxa Blue Giant

Netherland Bulb Company



Chionodoxa forbesii 'Blue Giant'

Type: Fall Planting Bulbs
Ships: September through December

Sword-like foliage surround star-like flowers that form thick clusters when left undisturbed for years.


Chionodoxa are deer resistant and easy to grow in full sun to partial shade. They should be planted before the first hard frost in your area in well-drained soil.

Planting and Maintenance Info:

Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Planting Depth: 3
Bulbs per Square Foot: 12

When planting in drifts in the lawn wait at least 6 weeks after flowers bloom to mow the lawn. This is one of the few flower bulbs that does well under walnut trees.

Mature Height:

6-8 In

Bloom Time:

Blooms early spring

Bulb Size:

5/+ cm

Hardiness Zone:

2-8 Find your zone

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