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Perennials

Snake’s Head Fritillary
Fritillaria meleagris
Family
Liliaceae
Common Family Name
lily
Native Range
Europe
Size (WxH)
1’ x 1’
Bloom Description & Timing
maroon checkered with white or white; early spring
Noteworthy Characteristics
a visitor favorite; European cousin of the Northern Pacific Rim chocolate lily
JOA Garden Area
throughout
Poisonous
no
Caroline Planted
yes
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