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Common Snowdrop
Galanthus nivalis
Available at:
4 UK retailers
Prices below — pot sizes not stated, so not ranked
Common Snowdrop is a spring bulb that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. Growing to around 15cm, it flowers from January and February. 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 4 retailers
Prices last checked: 7 Oct 2026
Prices exclude delivery. Check retailer for final price.
Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size. Listings without a stated pot size are not ranked.
| Edulis Nursery | £5.85£0.59 per plantChecked 27 Oct | 10 bulbs | View at Edulis NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Edulis Nursery
Size: 10 bulbs
| Pheasant Acre Plants | £5.00£0.25 per plantChecked 7 Oct | 20 bulbs | View at Pheasant Acre PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Pheasant Acre Plants
Size: 20 bulbs
| YouGarden £5.99 standard delivery. Free over £60 | £9.99£0.33 per plantChecked 21 Oct | 30 bulbs | View at YouGardenOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Gardening Direct Free delivery over £50 | £9.99£0.33 per plantChecked 18 Oct | 30 bulbs | View at Gardening DirectOpens product page · Affiliate info |
YouGarden
£5.99 standard delivery. Free over £60
Size: 30 bulbs
Gardening Direct
Free delivery over £50
Size: 30 bulbs
| Pheasant Acre Plants | £5.00Checked 21 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Pheasant Acre PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Pheasant Acre Plants
Size: Check retailer for size
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Prices last checked: 7 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Common Snowdrop is a spring bulb that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. Growing to around 15cm, it flowers from January and February. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Galanthus nivalis
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 Common Snowdrop online in the UK?
You can buy Common Snowdrop from 4 UK nurseries including Pheasant Acre Plants, Pheasant Acre Plants, Edulis Nursery. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Common Snowdrop?
The scientific name for Common Snowdrop is Galanthus nivalis.
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