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Giant Snowdrop
Galanthus elwesii
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1 UK retailer
Prices below — pot sizes not stated, so not ranked
Reaching around 15cm, Giant Snowdrop is a fully hardy flowering bulb flowering from January and February. Fully hardy throughout the UK. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 15cm tall × 5cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jan,feb
Wildlife
🐝 Vital early bee food
Compare Prices
Prices from 1 retailer
Prices last checked: 22 Oct 2026
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Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size.
| Retailer | Price | Pot Size | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crocus £5.99 flat rate per order | £8.99£2.25 per plantChecked 22 Oct | 4 × 9cm plants | View at CrocusOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Crocus
£5.99 flat rate per order
Size: 4 × 9cm plants
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Prices last checked: 22 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Reaching around 15cm, Giant Snowdrop is a fully hardy flowering bulb flowering from January and February. Fully hardy throughout the UK. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Galanthus elwesii
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
jan,feb
Mature Height
15cm
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Giant Snowdrop online in the UK?
You can buy Giant Snowdrop from 1 UK nurseries including Crocus. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Giant Snowdrop?
The scientific name for Giant Snowdrop is Galanthus elwesii.
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