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Leucojum aestivum Gravetye Giant

Produces many large, green-tipped, white flowers.

Common name:  Summer snowflake
Flowering period:  March to May.
Growing conditions:  Moist soil in light shade.
Special note:  Will naturalise in damp meadowland.
Typical mature height:  22 inches ( 56 cms )
Hardiness:  Very hardy. Should withstand severe winters and exposed sites.
 Leucojum aestivum Gravetye Giant

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