Chionodoxa forbesi (Glory of the Snow)

A plant with early blooming little flowers in enormous quantities, in a striking sky blue colour that is literally heaven on earth. This small bulb is inexpensive and ought to be planted more frequently, as it is absolutely wonderful for perrenializing. The seeds of Glory of the snow contain an ant bread (see inset), which guarantees that every fallen seed is collected by ants. The sweet bread is eaten and the bitter seed is planted a great and easy way to bring even more Glory of the snow to your garden.