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It’s easy to appreciate the beauty of snowdrops when viewed through the eyes of Steve Owen, a National Collection holder of Galanthus. It would not be hard to be inspired to grow them after seeing the huge number he has and we were very privileged to visit his garden.  Steve was also kind enough to share some of his favourites and suggested a couple of easy varieties for the beginner galanthophile.

Galanthus nivalis ‘Lydiard Diana’
A rare snowdrop, it took 12 years for Steve to acquire, with not a trace of green on its petals.

Galanthus nivalis ‘Snow White’s Gnome’
A tiny snowdrop, one of the newest in Steve’s collection.

Galanthus nivalis 'Savill Gold'
A tricky snowdrop to grow, Steve has finally managed to get it to flower after a 14 year wait.

Galanthus nivalis ‘Fee Clochette’
 A beautiful little snowdrop from France whose name means fairy bell.

Galanthus ‘Treasure Island’
A rare and expensive snowdrop with golden colouration.

Galanthus ‘Ginns’ Imperati’
Steve recommends this as a more affordable variety to grow with silimar habit to ‘Treasure Island’.

Galanthus elwesii var. monostictus 'Rogers Rough'
A snowdrop from Kent, we will let you draw your own conclusions about the name!

Galanthus woronowii
A strong growing Russian snowdrop which is particularly good for beginners.

Galanthus ‘Paddy’s Ketton’
An Irish weeping form of snowdrop that has been around for many years.