Fritillaria Mixed Spring Bulbs

Spring Flowering - UK Hardy Pollinator Friendly

Snake's head fritillary

£10.99

size guide

The height of all of our plants is measured from the base of the pot.

Pot Size Pot Diameter Pot Height
6cm 6cm 5.5cm
9cm 9cm 8.5cm
1 Litre 13cm 11cm
2 Litre 17cm 13cm
3 Litre 19cm 15cm
4 Litre 20cm 17cm
5 Litre 23cm 19cm
7 Litre 25cm 20cm

Please note: the pot sizes listed below may vary due to the suppliers we use.

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  • Fritillaria meleagris, commonly known as Snake’s Head Fritillary, is a delicate Spring-flowering bulb that produces bell-shaped blooms in shades of purple, pink, and white, many with a distinctive chequered pattern. Flowering from March to April, these charming perennials are loved by pollinators and bring a soft, naturalistic beauty to the garden. Each slender stem grows to around 30 cm tall and once established, these fritillaries return reliably every year with minimal upkeep.

  • Plant Fritillaria bulbs from Autumn to early Winter in moist but well-drained soil, preferably in a partially shaded spot. Space bulbs approximately 8-10cm apart and at a depth of 8cm. Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Adding leaf mould or compost to the soil can help improve drainage and fertility. These hardy bulbs benefit from being left undisturbed to naturalise and spread over time.

  • Perfect for naturalising in lawns, meadows, under deciduous trees, or along woodland edges, Snake’s Head Fritillaries also thrive in flower beds, borders, or containers. Their nodding flowers and grass-like foliage complement spring bulbs such as crocuses and narcissus. Suitable for pollinator-friendly planting schemes and low-maintenance gardens, they also make dainty cut flowers.

    • Light Required Partial Shade

    Watering Moderate watering

    Best Growing Conditions Plant Fritillaria bulbs from Autumn to early Winter in moist but well-drained soil, preferably in a partially shaded spot. Space bulbs approximately 8-10cm apart and at a depth of 8cm. Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil consistently moist during the growing season.

    Plant typePerennials

    Foliage typePerennial

    HardinessHardy

    Soil acidityNeutral Soil

    Planting aspectNorth Facing

    Flower colourpurple, pink, white

    Leaf colourGreen

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    Top tip

    Plant in well-drained, moist soil for optimal growth and naturalization.

    Key Features

    Beginner Friendly

    Beginner Friendly

    Comes Back Each Year

    Comes Back Each Year

    Good For Containers

    Good For Containers

    Low Maintenance

    Low Maintenance

    Pet Friendly

    Pet Friendly

    Shade Tolerant

    Shade Tolerant

    Wildlife Friendly

    Wildlife Friendly

    Season of Interest

    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Planting Flowering Harvest