Fritillary. Very beautiful chequered purple, pale green flowers are bourne in early spring. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread 8cm. Flowers March to April. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Fritillaria messanensis
Very beautiful chequered purple, pale green flowers are bourne in early spring
Additional information
| Generic | Fritillaria |
|---|---|
| Species | messanensis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Fritillary |
| Flower Colour | green, purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 25cm |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Spread | 8cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border, Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Slugs and snails, Lily beetles |
| Maintenance | Keep free from weeds, Feed |
| Propagation | Seed, Division |
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