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Fritillaria Pyrenaica

Posted by Alistair on Monday, October 27th, 2008

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Fritillaria Pyrenaica, an attractive and unusual hardy perennial which grows well in  full sun or semi shaded position, and is even more at home in a rockery or at the edge of a woodland setting.

This Fritillaria from the Pyrenees forms sturdy vertical stems with grey/green grassy like foliage, the bell shaped flowers are mottled purple brown, and yellow inside. Flowers in mid Spring, best results when planted in groups of five.

: Hardiness – Fully Hardy

: Soil – Free draining, Neutral ( add grit when planting)

: Position – Sun or Partial Shade

: Height – 30/40cm

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