Fritillaria meleagris - Chequered lily

continental : We suggest to place the Fritillaria meleagris where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
We can place this plants outside; also in winter they can tolerate very rigid temperatures without any problem.

alpine : Place the Fritillaria meleagris in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
These plants can tolerate also very intense frosts without any problem.

mediterranean : These plants need to be exposed to direct sunlight; in summer they can be exposed to a slight shadow without any problem.
Place the Fritillaria meleagris in the garden all year long; they do not suffer from cold.

Feed Fritillaria meleagris : During the vegetative period bulbous plants are fertilized regularly, using a specific fertilizer to be dissolved in normal waterings, every 15-20 days; a good fertilizing improves next year bloom.

continental : Waterings shall be regular, but not excessive; allow the soil to dry out well between two waterings. Specially in spring and summer remember to give a good amount of water while watering.

alpine : These plants are watered regularly during the vegetative period, watering deeply the soil; remember that it is a rule to allow the soil to dry out well between two waterings. During the cold season waterings can be suspended.

mediterranean : These plants like a fresh and humid soil; give a good amount of water frequently, keeping the ground humid. Remember to increase waterings during hot and dry months and to decrease them in winter.

Adversity Fritillaria meleagris : Apply a precautionary treatment against fungal diseases at the end of winter; later on treatments will be applied only in case parasites are on the plant, trying to use specific products and not broad-spectrum ones. In any case avoid treatments during bloom for not injuring the pollinating insects.