Fritillaria have bell-shaped flowers which hang downwards from the top of upright stems. Grow
them in a rock-garden, in the border or in a
woodland garden. Plant immediately upon receipt in rich well-draining soil. Deer and rodent resistant. April-May.
Fritillaria Meleagris
Fritillaria Meleagris have nodding, bell-shaped checkered reddish purple to pure white flowers. Other names they go by are: Guinea Hen, Checkered Lily and Snakes Head Fritillary. They do best in moist soil.
Size: 7/+ cm.
Plant: 10 Bulbs Per Sq Ft
Bloom Time: Mid Spring
Planting Depth: 3”
Height: 12-14″
Zone: 5-9.
Exposure: Sunny
Fritillaria Persica
Fritillaria Persica has up to 30 bell-shaped plum to mahogany purple flowers encircling each of its 2-4’ stalks. An easy plant to grow in full sun with deep, rich, well-drained soil, but it dislikes wet soils. Excellent placed at the back of the garden or along fences, the flower stalks are long lived, looking great for several weeks.
Size: 20/22 cm.
Plant: 1 Bulb Per Sq Ft
Bloom Time: Mid Spring
Planting Depth: 4 x bulb’s depth
Height: 30″
Zone: 5-9.
Exposure: Sunny
