Snowdrops are known here as 'visibabe' (VEE-see-bah-bay) and are among the first bulbs to bloom in spring, although certain species flower in late autumn and winter. I didn't find these growing in the woods, but bought them on the green market, roots and all. I think the little peasant lady who sold them hadn't dug them up either (or at least I hope not,) but had grown them herself.Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Snowdrops
Snowdrops are known here as 'visibabe' (VEE-see-bah-bay) and are among the first bulbs to bloom in spring, although certain species flower in late autumn and winter. I didn't find these growing in the woods, but bought them on the green market, roots and all. I think the little peasant lady who sold them hadn't dug them up either (or at least I hope not,) but had grown them herself.
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They are lovely little flowers!
I love these flowers!
Charmants perces-neige avec leur petit tatoo vert.
Beautiful flowers. I can almost smell them. Don't they have a strong smell?
Actually, these did not have a scent, but perhaps some do?
I love these! They are called Schneegloeckchen in German! I had a white rabbit with that name:)
What a photograph! Neat, clean, perfect :)
How lovely. And I found three in the garden today. Every winter they surprise me.
I passed on the camera bag for ladies link to Kim in Seattle and will mention it on the blog, probably tomorrow. So very many thanks for that.
this has really cheered me up on bloomimg tuesday.
Smells like Spring around here!!!!
I just love snodrops! They are the first whisper of spring. Beautiful. I'm waiting for pictures of Stevie's - her's are peeking out but haven't bloomed yet.
Spring, spring, spring. I am so ready for this winter to be over and done with. Your little flowers are like a promise.
I like these kinds of flowers. i had no idea you could just buy them like that.
Gorgeous macro :)
I was in the snowdrop patrol girl guides. A beautiful little flower and a lovely capture.
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