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Snake's head fritillary mixed Flower bulb, Pack of 15
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Snake's head fritillaries flowers are much loved for their unique and fascinating chequered patterns. The stems bear drooping flowers in red and white shades and are happiest when planted under deciduous trees, in beds and borders, or patio pots. They combine well with daffodil tresamble and queen of night
- Soil moisture: Well drained, Soil pH: Neutral
- Flowering period: April-May, Planting period: August-December
- Dig soil improver and bone meal into the planting hole before planting. In heavy clay soils add horticultural grit to the bottom of the planting hole Top dress with a general purpose plant food as the last flowers fade. Allow foliage to die down naturally. Flowering results improve each year
- Green star claim - Plants can help to support wildlife in your garden. *
Features and benefits
- Good for Wildlife Gardens
- Flowers year after year
- These plants supports pollinating insects such as bees, butterflies, moths and hoverflies. These insects can gather essential nutrients from the pollen in these plants, fertilising flowers as they do so. Pollination is essential for many plants to reproduce.
- Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
Specifications
| Pack quantity | 15 |
|---|---|
| Attracts pollinators | Attracts pollinators |
| Colour group | White |
| Eventual growth height | 250mm |
| Eventual growth spread | 80mm |
| Flower colour | Red White |
| Flowering period | March-April |
| Scented | Unscented |
| Instructions for storage | Store in a cool, dry place |
| Latin name | Fritillaria meleagris Mixed |
| Planting period | Aug-Nov |
| Variety | Fritillaria meleagris |
| Watering instructions | Water well in dry spells |
| Edible | Inedible |
| Product code | 3663602470380 |