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Fritillaria meleagris 'Alba'

Family Liliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 20 cm (8 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Fritillaria meleagris 'Alba' (white checkered lily) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early spring to mid spring. This plant is clump forming and has glossy and fine textured foliage.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, cut flowers and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Fritillaria meleagris 'Alba' tolerates wet sites.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.