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FRITILLARIA
Genus of about 130 species of bulbous perennials found in a range of habitats from woodland to open meadows and high screes through the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere.
The native, rather rare meleagris, the Snake's Head is found wild in southern counties and often in gardens.
Further Reading....
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Deciduous
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GreenGreenish brown
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet -
HeightTo 1m (39in) -
Spread10cm (4in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialRobust bulbous perennial with sturdy, upright stems. lance-shaped, glaucous, grey-green leaves 10-25cm (4-10in) long.
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Full sun
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Additional Features
Good to knowRequires a hot site
Pests & DiseasesSlugs, lily beetle
Place of originSouthern Turkey -
Flower ShapeBell/LanternNarrowly bell-shaped to 2cm (¾in) longRacemesOf up to 30 pendent flowersSpikes
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny border
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Seasonal InterestSpring
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
Fritillaria - Growing Guide
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to 1m (39in)
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10cm (4in) |
Buy Varieties of FRITILLARIA
FRITILLARIA meleagris
Snake's head fritillary
bell-shaped pendant purple or pinkish purple flowers
Gift-wrapping available
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
