Snakes Head Fritillary. A native bulbous perennial with narrow grey-green leaves, in spring charming pendent, bell-shaped, pinkish purple flowers with dark purple veining. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 8cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun. Hardy.
Fritillaria meleagris
A native bulbous perennial with narrow grey-green leaves, in spring charming pendent, bell-shaped, pinkish purple flowers with dark purple veining.
Category: Bulbs
Additional information
Generic | Fritillaria |
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Species | meleagris |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Snakes Head Fritillary |
Flower Colour | purple, pink |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 30cm |
Family | Liliaceae |
Spread | 8cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | grey, green |
Flowers From | April, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | |
Care | |
Border | Meadow, Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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