Is Leucojum the same as Lily of the Valley?

A. It’s possible the plant you saw was a fall-planted, spring-flowering bulb called summer snowflake (Leucojum aestivum). Like lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis), summer snowflake has upright stalks with nodding flowers.

Is Leucojum aestivum invasive?

Summer snowflake (Lecojum aestivum) has the potential of becoming invasive. This plant is a good entry into a larger discussion of emerging invasives. These are escaped ornamental plants which have been found growing in woods and on roadsides.

Is Leucojum a perennial?

The flowers and foliage of summer snowflake resemble snowdrops but the plant stands at least twice as tall. The bulbs grow in clumps and are reliably perennial, You can expect them to bloom again every spring for years to come.

Are Leucojum poisonous?

All species of Leucojum are poisonous, as the leaves and bulbs contain the toxic alkaloids lycorine and galantamine.

Do bees like leucojum?

Leucojum ‘Gravetye Giant’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is leucojum a snowdrop?

About Leucojum Leucojum are bulbous perennials with bell-shaped white flowers and strap-shaped foliage. They look much like a snowdrop in appearance but are twice as tall and flower later than snowdrops.

How do you propagate Leucojum aestivum?

Propagate by division or separation – Plant bulbs 3 to 4 inches deep in fall. Divide the plants after leaves have died or in the fall. Maintenance and care: Keep soil moist during the growing season.

Are summer snowflakes poisonous to dogs?

The bulbs, stems and leaves contain phenanthridine alkaloids. Exposure to the bulbs poses the greatest risk, as the alkaloid concentration is the highest there. When ingested, signs of poisoning include drooling, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, incoordination, drop in blood pressure and heart rate and seizures.

Can I plant Leucojum in the spring?

After planting, water well so that the soil above the bulbs settles. Leucojum bulbs will flower in the Spring. After the flowers die down, the plant can enjoy a warm rest period.

What to do with Leucojum after flowering?

Leucojum are a low-maintenance and easy to grow plant so do not require much care. Water regularly during spring. Allow the foliage to die back after flowering, once the plant has fully died down any dead leaves can then be removed.

Do bees like Leucojum?

Are Leucojum poisonous to dogs?

Toxicity to pets Exposure to the bulbs poses the greatest risk, as the alkaloid concentration is the highest there. When ingested, signs of poisoning include drooling, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, incoordination, drop in blood pressure and heart rate and seizures.