The Snakeshead Fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) is a stunning spring bloomer, instantly recognizable by its distinctive checkered purple and white petals. Blooming from March to May, these bulbs bring texture, color, and a touch of wild elegance to flower beds, meadows, borders, and woodland gardens. Perfect for autumn planting, they naturalise gracefully to create a naturalised, multi-year display that delights year after year.
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Snakeshead Fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) bulbs are perfect for adding a touch of unique beauty to your garden. With their distinctive checkered purple and white petals, they stand out from other spring flowers. These bulbs bloom in early spring, adding texture and color to flower beds, meadows, and borders.
Planting these bulbs in the autumn ensures a lovely springtime show, as they bloom between March and May. A true favorite for cottage gardens and wildflower meadows, Snakeshead Fritillaries not only create visual interest but also attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Features & Benefits:
Unique Checkered Pattern – The distinct purple and white checkered petals are eye-catching and make these flowers a standout in any garden.
Ideal for Wildflower Meadows – Their ability to naturalize makes them a great choice for meadows or informal garden settings.
Pollinator-Friendly – These early-blooming flowers offer nectar to bees and butterflies.
Low Maintenance – Once planted, Snakeshead Fritillaries will return year after year, naturalising with minimal care.
Ideal for Shaded or Dappled Areas – These bulbs thrive in partial shade, making them suitable for woodland gardens or partially shaded areas.
Applications:
Wildflower Meadows – Naturalize in meadows to create a beautiful patchwork of colors.
Cottage Gardens – Perfect for informal garden designs, adding unique color and texture.
Woodland Gardens – Ideal for planting under trees, where partial shade encourages their growth.
Borders & Flower Beds – Add striking checkered flowers to your garden borders and flower beds.
Size Available: 100 per pack, available for order from the end of September to November, subject to availability.
Please Note:
Wildflower bulbs are seasonal products, available to order from late September to November, subject to availability. Orders are dispatched directly from our trusted supplier’s warehouse.
While we do our best to keep availability up to date, stock can change quickly during peak planting season. Please be aware that we do not have live stock control for these items.
Delivery can take up to 15 working days, depending on current stock levels and seasonal demand.
Tracking information will be provided where available, though this depends on the supplier’s shipping process. If you have any questions about availability, delivery timings, or order suitability, our team is always happy to help.
Product Type | Snakeshead Fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) Dormant Bulbs
Pack Size | 100 bulbs per pack
Flower Colour | Purple and white checkered pattern
Blooming Period | Early Spring (March to May)
Height | 30–35 cm
Planting Depth | 10–12 cm
Spacing | 10–15 cm apart
Light Requirements | Partial shade to dappled sunlight
Soil Type | Well-drained soil
Key Features | Unique checkered petals, naturalising, pollinator-friendly, low maintenance, ideal for shaded or semi-shaded sites
Seasonal Availability | Late September to November – subject to availability
Delivery Information | Direct from supplier; delivery up to 15 working days; tracking where available