Snake’s head fritillary/Fritillaria meleagris

A characterful and uniquely marked spring bulb. Certainly snake like as the common name suggests. Meleagris alluding to the spotted pattern of the usually mauve flowers resembling that of a guineafowl . Vulnerable in its natural meadow setting outside the garden. Tolerant of damp conditions. Native.

Published by Tend&Grow

Gardener, UK South East

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