Today is National Snowdrop Day! At Lanhydrock they’re thriving. Snowdrops (Galanthus) - A Sign of Spring 🌱 One of the earliest signs of spring, these hardy flowers - though not originally native to the UK - have become a familiar sight in gardens and woodlands. Their bright white blooms mark the turning of the seasons and reassure us that warmer days are on the way. Fact: Because snowdrops flower so early in the year, they do not rely on pollinators for reproduction. Instead, they spread mainly

🪴The first snowdrop of the season, Galanthus reginae-olgae ‘Queen Olga’s Snowdrop’, is now on display in the Alpine House here at RHS Harlow Carr. Lauren, our Specialist Student in Alpines and Streamside, explains how these delicate blooms, along with over 250 other varieties in the collection, bring a touch of early spring to the garden. Flowering until March, they’re a sight not to be missed. Come see them for yourself and get inspiration for your own garden. #Snowdrops #RHSHarlowCarr #Alpine