Fritillaria Rubra

Red Snake's Head Fritillary

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Spring-blooming bulbous perennial with distinctive nodding bell-shaped red flowers. Native to Europe and Asia, requires cool winter dormancy.
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Plant Details

Common Name Red Snake's Head Fritillary
Family Liliaceae
Genus Fritillaria
Species Meleagris
Variety Rubra
Origin Europe, Western Asia
Blooming Spring bulb, nodding red bells
Leaf Color Grey-green foliage
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-drained soil with high organic matter; tolerates clay if drained.

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Watering

Keep moist during active growth (spring), allow soil to dry completely during summer dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Morning sun with afternoon shade preferred; tolerate full sun in cooler climates.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced bulb fertilizer in autumn before planting or early spring.

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Pruning

Remove foliage only after it has yellowed and died back naturally.

Pest Control Aphid Bulb Mite Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 10000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
50 – 200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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