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Snake's Head Fritillary

Fritillaria meleagris, Liliaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Lady's BedstrawGalium verum
Nurse PlantWind Protection
DropwortFilipendula vulgaris
Pollinator SharingShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Iberian Burning BushDictamnus hispanicus

Burning Bush's strong allelopathic compounds may inhibit the delicate bulb's establishment and growth

Hollow RootCorydalis cava

Both spring bulbous plants compete for early season nutrients and growing space

Uses

Functions

Early Pollinator SupportNaturalizationMeadow RestorationOrnamental

Edible Parts

Bulbs

Medicinal Uses

Respiratory AilmentsCough SuppressantTraditional Remedy

Common Questions

What zones does Snake's Head Fritillary grow in?

Snake's Head Fritillary grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Snake's Head Fritillary?

Good companions for Snake's Head Fritillary include Lady's Bedstraw, Dropwort.

Design guilds with Snake's Head Fritillary and see companion relationships visually.

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