One of the most attractive of all the spring bulbs. Its nodding lightly chequered creamy white flowers give it its common name of 'The snakes head Fritillary'. Prefers a sunny moist site and will naturalise especially in grass land. Height 15cm (6"). A drift of these looks absolutely wonderful!
Common NameSnakes Head Fritillary
Approx Height (10 yrs.)15-30 cm (6-12")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSpring
Flower ColourWhite
Plant TypeBulbs