An early bloomer under nature protection
From the snowdrop there are around 20 species distributed all over the world. This early bloomer originally comes from Southeast Europe and West Asia. Due to the low population, it is under nature protection in Germany, just like the Märzenbecher, for example.
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In Germany, the wild form of the little snowdrop is particularly common. However, there is no real natural site. Therefore, it should be protected in this country. But the snowdrop is not only respected in this country. There are strict import regulations for snowdrops in Europe that breeders and gardening retailers must adhere to.
Do not collect or tear off snowdrops
No matter how beautiful they are, snowdrops must not be collected, torn down or dug up. Anyone caught doing this faces high fines. Many a snowdrop lover would like to collect them in the forest, on the meadow or elsewhere, for example for a bouquet in a vase. It would be easier to plant the snowdrops yourself ...
Instead, buy or have snowdrops as gifts
There is nothing for free in this world? Are you kidding me? Are you serious when you say that. Many gardeners have planted snowdrops in their gardens and feel overwhelmed by the growing stock. They are happy to dig up a few plants for you and give them to you.
In spring is Planting time for snowdrops. Alternatively, you can buy the plants at the garden center or hardware store. The onions are usually available in stores in autumn.
Increase the number of plants
If you want to do something good for nature, you should multiply snowdrops:
- Sow seeds in a box outside the apartment (cold germinator)
- dig up snowdrops during flowering in spring and separate the brood onions from the main onion
- Snowdrops also grow in the pot for example on the balcony
- important: humus-rich, moist soil and partially shaded to shady locations
Tips & Tricks
Snowdrops are poisonous. Educate your children about this. As a result, they will stay away from the snowdrop and the populations will be better preserved.