The dainty, exotic-looking Fritillary blooms in April and May. They thrive in the lush wet grass in our garden, nodding their heads beside the late daffodils. Once they were common in flooded meadows, but draining and modern agricultural practices have led to a sharp decline.
The Fritillary is the county flower of Oxfordshire, and this Sunday, 15th April 2018, is the annual 'Fritillary Sunday' in Ducklington, where you are invited to walk around a field of fritillaries near the church. You can get further details here.
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