Fritillaria uva-vulpis
fox's grape fritillary
25 bulbs
available to order from summer
- Position: full sun
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: April and May
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb Size: 6/7
These Fritillarias are often found growing wild in some very tough situations, so they are quite robust. It is important though that they do not suffer from excessive wet - particularly when they are dormant. The nodding brownish-purple flowers are tinged with yellow and these appear in mid to late spring. - Garden care: Plant 10cm deep in clusters. Try to find a spot where they can be left undisturbed and make sure they soil does not remain waterlogged for any length of time.
- CAUTION do not eat ornamental bulbs
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