How to grow Snake's Head Fritillary

Fritillaria meleagris

Fritillaria bulbs do not like to be out of the ground, so plant them without delay when you get them.

Transplanting Snake's head fritillary

Plant in the fall. Will also take sun or semi-shade.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Snake's head fritillary is a hardy plant.

How long does Snake's head fritillary take to grow?

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Other names for Snake's head fritillary

Chequered lily, Kievitsbloem (Dutch), Guinea Hen Flower

Fritillaria meleagris L.

Misspellings: Checkered Lily, checkerboard lily

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