Leucojum Roseum

Pink Snowflake)

Leucojum roseum (Pink Snowflake) is a delicate, bulbous perennial with a graceful, clumping habit, featuring narrow, grass-like green foliage and nodding, bell-shaped soft pink flowers that bloom in early spring. Smaller and more refined than other snowflakes, it adds subtle color and charm to woodland and rock garden settings.

Type: Bulb (Perennial)
Mature Size: 4–8" W × 6–10" H
USDA Zones: 7a–10b
Form: Clumping, upright

Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil / Water: Well-drained, humus-rich soils; moderate water, prefers consistent moisture during growth
Bloom Time / Length: Early spring; short (2–3 weeks)

Wildlife: Minimal pollinator interest

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for rock gardens, woodland edges, and containers. Its soft pink blooms provide a unique twist on traditional spring bulbs and work well in small-scale plantings or tucked among other early bloomers.

Care:
Plant bulbs in fall in well-drained soil. Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to support future blooms. Protect from excessive winter wet and heavy soils.

Plant type

Bulb, Perennial

Height

6-10"

Width

4-8"

Hardiness zones

7–10

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Late Spring, Mid Spring

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Dark Green

Soil

Loamy

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clumping, Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No