{"title":"Organic fritillaria","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic Fritillaria Flower Bulbs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic Fritillaria flower bulbs are a valuable addition to any garden. The highly valued Fritillaria genus consists of approximately 100 species of plants in the lily family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe botanical name fritillaria is derived from the word 'fritillus', which means 'dice cup' and refers to the shape of the flowers. The well-known fritillary has beautiful flowers that resemble a checkerboard pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Imperial Crown has a special scent caused by the sulphurous terpene that the flower bulb naturally produces. This keeps moles, voles and other rodents at bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach fritillaria species is unique and special. They are an absolute asset to any garden and return faithfully to the right location year after year. A must-have for garden lovers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuy organic fritillaria flower bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere you will find\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003eorganic flower bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003eof the most beautiful spring flowering \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efritillarias\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bio-fritillaria-meleagris-kievitsbloem","title":"Organic Fritillaria 'Meleagris' - Chess flower | 10 pcs.","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic Snake's Head Fritillary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fritillaria 'Meleagris', also known as the chess flower, snake's head fritillary or guinea hen flower, gets its name from the striking resemblance of its purple checkered flowers. The 5-centimeter wide bell-shaped flowers hang from a flower stem that grows to about 25 centimeters tall. It blooms early in spring, coinciding with the return of lapwings to the fields. In Germany, the Fritillaria 'Meleagris' is known as the 'Schachbrettblume', which means 'chessboard flower', referring to the checkered pattern on its petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fritillaria 'Meleagris' is a fascinating flower with rich symbolism and meaning. Its unique floral pattern and early blooming time make it a popular choice in gardens and flower beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, Where, and When to Plant Snake's Head Fritillary Bulbs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe snake's head fritillary bulb requires a cold period in winter and should therefore be planted between September and January. It can be planted in any fertile garden soil and even thrives in slightly wetter areas, but the soil should not be too wet to avoid root rot. Ensure good drainage, especially during wet seasons. Plant it in full sun or partial shade. Place the bulbs in groups in grass, borders, under trees or shrubs, or in pots. In the right location, they are suitable for naturalizing and will return faithfully each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip: Plant them in groups of at least 10 bulbs for a stunning effect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during the growing period, especially when the plant is actively growing and blooming. Ensure the soil remains evenly moist, but avoid overwatering. Apply a layer of mulch around the plant to retain soil moisture and reduce weed growth. However, keep in mind that the bulb needs rest periods, so avoid thick mulch around the bulb during dormancy. In early spring, before growth begins, apply a balanced fertilizer to provide the plant with nutrients. For organic potting soil, plant food, and other soil enhancers, we recommend \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBio Kultura\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe snake's head fritillary is suitable for naturalizing in slightly wetter areas. We recommend planting them in large groups close together for the best effect. Suitable for pots, gardens, and lawns.\u003cbr\u003ePlant them immediately after delivery to prevent the bulbs from drying out. Inside the bell-shaped flowers, there is plenty of nectar, which provides an excellent food source for bees and other pollinators early in the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory of the Snake's Head Fritillary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe snake's head fritillary is native to parts of Europe, including Scandinavia, Great Britain, France, and the Balkans. In the Netherlands and Belgium, the plant is originally rare and mainly grows in moist, calcareous grasslands. It is one of the few wildflowers in the Netherlands with a protected status. Originally, it was found in the river basins of rivers like the IJssel, particularly around Zwolle and Deventer, where it is also known as the \"Zwolle tulip\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Organic \u003cstrong\u003eFritillaria 'Meleagris'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkal NL-BIO-01 certified: 109459\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable to order from June '25!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ecwid-description-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarch April\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom August\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 cm deep\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting distance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 cm high\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocation:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade, sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoam, sandy soil - slightly acidic to neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery hardy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood (naturalizes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoutheastern Europe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiliaceae (lily family)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulb size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en\/collections\/organic-fritillary\" title=\"Buy organically grown fritillary from Bloemoloog.nl\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Other fritillaria species\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.ecwid.com\/images\/wysiwyg\/product\/33110164\/220675095\/159826318347126222542\/bio_logo_png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46818505654616,"sku":"90","price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BioFritillaria_Meleagris_-BiologischgekweektekievitsbloemBloemoloog.webp?v=1741805293"},{"product_id":"bio-fritillaria-imperialis-rubra-maxima-keizerskroon","title":"Organic Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima' - Imperial Crown","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic imperial crown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe imperial crown is a plant that grows from an impressive flower bulb. The thick, unbranched flower stems can grow up to 70 centimeters high. What makes this plant special is that the narrow pointed leaves grow both along the flower stem and on top of the hanging flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flower stem of the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFritillaria imperialis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra Maxima'\u003c\/strong\u003e has a dark color. The leaves cover about 1\/3 of the flower stem at the bottom. The famous imperial crown consists of 5 to 12 impressive, hanging bell-shaped flowers in a striking orange color, crowned with beautiful overhanging green leaves. With a flowering time of about 6 weeks, this plant is a real eye-catcher in the garden, especially early in the spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Imperial Crown does well in the garden but also in pots and is excellent for cutting cut flowers. The entire flower stem with leaves can be cut off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine with tulips or with low early bloomers such as \u003ca title=\"Buy organic blue grapes at Bloemoloog.nl\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/products\/bio-muscari-armeniacum-blauwe-druifjes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eblue grape hyacinths\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers produce drops of nectar that bees, butterflies and other insect helpers love. It has a honey-like taste that you can taste yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, where and when do I plant imperial crown flower bulbs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fritillaria flower bulbs are best planted from the end of September. Plant it about 2 to 3 times as deep as the flower bulb itself is high and the same applies in terms of distance; Maintain 2 to 3 times the width of the flower bulb. The flower bulbs of the imperial crown contain the remaining holes from the stems of the previous year. The flower bulbs are best planted horizontally, with the flower stem hole to the side so that no water runs into the hole of the flower bulb. This way you avoid rot and can enjoy this beautiful spring bloomer every year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the bulb in a good, nutrient-rich, humus-like and water-permeable soil. With clay soil, mix in a lot of sand and possibly a layer of pebbles at the bottom of the planting hole so that water can drain even better. As soon as the shoot of the plant appears above the ground in the spring, give the plants some organic nutrition for an even better result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spent flowers are cut off at the top and the rest of the plant is left to die, so that the strength of the green returns to the bulb. The flower bulbs can remain in the ground during the summer, but if they become too crowded after a few years due to propagation, they are best dug out and distributed to other places. The flower bulbs are then stored in a warm place in the shed during the summer and replanted in October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMoles and voles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoles and voles disappear from the garden because they do not like the sulphurous terpene that the bulb produces. In some species the scent smells stronger on the flower bulb than in others. The \u003cem\u003eFritillaria\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra Maxima', on the other hand, has an intensely sharp odor on the flower bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin of the Fritillaria imperialis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Imperial Crown is one of the first cultivated flower bulbs ever. She comes from the area from Turkey to the Kashmir mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant has been depicted in paintings for many centuries, but the flower can also be admired as an image on tiles in many temples. According to the stories, the flowers bowed to Jesus as he was on his way to Golgotha ​​in the garden of Gethsemane. When Jesus walked by, all the flowers bowed to him except the imperial crown, which remained arrogantly upright. An angel descended and thundered the flower. The then white flower blushed with shame and immediately let her flowers hang and out of respect they hung forever and because the sweet nectar drops look like tears it seems as if she will also continue to cry forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt symbolizes majesty and wealth, as the flower bulb propagates poorly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Organic Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkal NL-BIO-01 certified: 109459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged individually or choose a stacking discount!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStacking discount:\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan be ordered from June '25!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEU shipping €8.95 - \u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e from €100 purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ecwid-description-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApril - May\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom September\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 cm deep\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting distance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 cm high\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocation:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade, sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil PH:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoam, sandy soil - Slightly acidic\/neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery winter hardy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood (naturalizes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurkey and surroundings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiliaceae\u003c\/em\u003e (lily family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBee-friendly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulb size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/EU_Organic_Logo_Colour_OuterLine_rgb.jpg?v=1730902844\" alt=\"Skal organic quality mark - NL-BIO-01\" width=\"159\" height=\"106\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48368747348312,"sku":"448","price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/Bio_Fritillaria_Rubra_Maxima_oranje_rode_keizerskroon_stinzenplant_biologische_bloembollen_4.jpg?v=1748167811"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/collections\/Bio_Fritillaria_s.jpg?v=1687178436","url":"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en-se\/collections\/organic-fritillary.oembed","provider":"Bloemoloog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}