Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) are delicate in appearance and need a cold climate to prosper, so are considered to be rare and unusual. They are temperamental and difficult to grow in most Australian gardens, and the bulbs are expensive to buy.

Snowflakes (Leucojum aestivum;pictured main), on the other hand, hail from Central Europe and grow in our gardens without a murmur, which somehow makes them seem less important.

But forget your prejudices and enjoy the snowflakes. If you don’t have them growing, plant some in autumn when the bulbs are on sale (and, by the way, these bulbs are inexpensive).

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