Frittilaria Meleagris Mixed Bulbs

Fritillaria Meleagris is also called Snakes Head because of the snake-like pattern on the petals. The colors range from a deep burgundy to a dark pink, set off by a few white blooms. The dark palette and downward facing blooms are a moody accent to the cheerful spring blooms we typically see in April and May.

Frittilaria grow from Fall-planted bulbs, and will spread, or 'naturalize,' if they're happy. They like shady spots, and their moody blooms will win your heart.

Includes 12 bulbs

Plant Info

Common Name	Snake's Head
Height	6-16"
Spacing	4-6" between bulbs
Light	Full sun or part shade
Zone	Perennial, zones 3-8
Deer	Deer Resistant
Kids & Pets	Toxic
Climate	Needs freezing winter temps to grow
Water	Likes regular water
Indoor & Pots	Grows well in containers outside

Growing Info

How to Plant	Dig a hole and tuck your bulb in, pointy side or indentation up with any dried roots remaining on the other side pointing down, about 3" deep. Not sure which way is which? Plant them sideways - they'll sort it out themselves. Now give your bulb a good wish, a few solid pats to compress the soil around it, a long drink of water, and wait for spring
Where to Plant	Find a place that gets partial shade, and space bulbs about 3" apart
When to Plant	Plant in the fall, anytime before the ground freezes for the last time
When to Expect Blooms	Mid spring
Care Instructions	Water once sprouts appear, if soil is very dry
Extra Credit	Wait for the foliage to wilt and turn yellow before clipping it back, so that the bulb can preserve energy for the next year's blooms