Day 176: Many bulbs benefit from being "lifted" every few years, and although Fritillaria meleagris does nicely when left alone, mine have responded well to being brought to the surface and divided. Also known as Chocolate Lily, Checkered Lily, Guinea-Hen Flower and several other names, this plant has its origin in Eurasia. A related species (F. affinis) is native to western Washington. Mine are the European species, and were commercially grown. They currently occupy a outsized flower pot in the company of Snowflakes. Snowflakes will bloom concurrently or shortly after the Fritillaries. Snowflakes also benefit from lifting, although neither species requires it. Lifting and dividing is best done in autumn after the foliage has died back.
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