Fritillaria Meleagris (Kievitsbloem)  x 20

Fritillaria Meleagris (Kievitsbloem) x 20

Fritillaria Meleagris (Kievitsbloem) is a classic spring-flowering bulb with nodding, bell-shaped blooms and a distinctive chequered character. A lovely choice when you want something a little different in the garden, especially in more natural-looking planting.

Location

Best planted outdoors in a partially sunny position. It also suits areas that stay a little more moist, such as spots near garden water features, as long as the bulbs are not sitting in water.

Contents

Supplied as a set of 20 dormant bulbs, ready for planting.

Growth habit and size

This compact fritillary grows to around 20–30 cm tall and produces nodding, bell-shaped purple flowers in early spring.

Plant care

Plant into peaty soil and allow enough space between bulbs for a natural look. It is a good choice where the soil doesn’t dry out too quickly.

Winter hardiness

Hardy down to –25°C.

• Quantity: 20 bulbs
• Bulb size: 5/6
• Position: Partial sun
• Flower colour: Purple
• Flowering period: Early spring
• Planting depth: 6 cm
• Plant spacing: 10 cm
• Winter hardiness: –25°C

Bulbs are supplied dormant; growth and flowering are seasonal and depend on local conditions.