![]() Adversity Galanthus nivalis : Avoid to apply treatments on plants that are not infected by parasites; in any case avoid to give pesticides or fungicides during bloom, to avoid to injure the bees. At the end of winter we can apply a Bordeaux mixture treatment, to prevent the growth of fungal diseases. Irrigation Galanthus nivaliscontinental : These plants need rather frequent waterings in spring and summer, always allow the soil to dry out between two waterings. We can suspend waterings during cold months. alpine : It is advisable to give regular waterings, specially during spring and summer; before giving again water make sure the soil is dry. mediterranean : Waterings shall be given by watering the soil deeply, but only when it is very dry, avoiding to leave plant roots in stagnating water. During the cold season we can suspend waterings. Temperatures Galanthus nivaliscontinental : We suggest to place these plants in a semishady location. alpine : Avoid to expose this plant every day to an excessive exposure to direct sunlight;
try to place it in a semishady location, especially in summer. mediterranean : The Galanthus nivalis prefers semishady locations, not exposed to direct sunlight for too long periods. Feed Galanthus nivalis : It is advisable to fertilize perennials using a slow-release fertilizer, to be placed on the soil; it is also possible to add some universal fertilizer to normal waterings, every 15-20 days, from March to October. |
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