Fritillaria Meleagris Mixed, commonly known as Snake's Head Fritillary, produces elegant nodding bell-shaped flowers in a beautiful mix of rich purple chequered blooms and creamy white forms. Flowering throughout April and May, these distinctive wildflower favourites reach approximately 20cm in height, bringing natural charm and delicate beauty to borders, woodland gardens and wildflower meadows.

Highly prized for their unique chequered pattern and graceful habit, Snake's Head Fritillaries are perfect for naturalising in damp grass, beneath deciduous trees or along the edges of ponds. Their compact size and understated elegance make them ideal for creating authentic woodland-style planting schemes while also providing an early source of nectar for pollinating insects.

Key Features
✓ Distinctive chequered purple and white flowers
✓ Elegant nodding bell-shaped blooms
✓ Flowers throughout April and May
✓ Flowering height of approximately 20cm
✓ Excellent for naturalising
✓ Perfect for woodland gardens, meadows and borders
✓ Returns reliably year after year in suitable conditions
✓ Attractive to bees and pollinators

Size
✓ Flowering height: approximately 20cm (8 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to November
✓ Flowers: April to May
✓ Position: full sun or partial shade
✓ Soil: fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: approximately 8cm (3 inches)
✓ Spacing: approximately 10cm (4 inches) apart
✓ Suitable for woodland gardens, meadows, borders and naturalising

Aftercare
Keep the soil moist during active growth, particularly in dry spring weather. Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the bulbs can replenish their energy for the following season. Once established, leave bulbs undisturbed to encourage natural spreading and larger displays over time.