Are Snowdrops Rare

And it is these most rare and sought-after collectable snowdrops that can be worth several hundred pounds. The way you can make money from a snowdrop is by purchasing one of the rare species or hybrids and using the bulbs to grow more – but it is not easy, which is also why they are so valuable.

Are snowdrops common?

The common snowdrop is one of the most popular cultivated bulbous plants in the world. They are commonly grown as ornamental plants in parks and gardens and have become naturalised in the UK and several other European countries and the United States.

Are snowdrops bad luck?

For many Victorians, a single snowdrop signified death and they considered it bad luck to bring one into the home. This could be, in part, due to the bulb of a snowdrop being highly poisonous if eaten.