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  • A purple Persica fritillaria flower with bell-shaped blooms among yellow and white flowers
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  • A close-up shot of several brown fritillaria bulbs with dried roots and stems, against a dark background.
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Fritillaria Bulbs - Persica

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Deters Insects

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Fritillaria imperialis

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 to 48 inches

COLOR

  • Black
  • Purple

Commonly known as Persian lily, Persica Fritillaria make a unique addition to rock gardens, naturalized areas, or sunny garden borders. Bell-shaped plum flowers sit atop stiff stems with gray-green sword shaped leaves standing one to three feet tall. They bloom late spring to early summer, prefer full sun to part shade, and are best planted in groups. The dark spikes of Persica Fritillaria are equally as dramatic against rocks in the garden as they are in clusters amongst a planting of vibrant tulips.

  • • Prefers Full Sun/Partial Shade
  • • Mid to Late Spring Blooming, Effortless to Grow, Deer and Rabbit Resistant
  • • Perennial; Wow your neighbors & friends with this interesting flower!

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 4 to 5 inches

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
1 Bulb / Ships in Fall Up to 0.5 Sq. Ft
3 Bulbs / Ships in Fall Up to 1.5 Sq. Ft
5 Bulbs / Ships in Fall Up to 2.5 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Fritillaria Planting Guide to learn more.

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Fritillaria Bulbs - Persica

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Fritillaria Bulbs - Persica FAQs

What size bulbs will I receive with Persica Fritillaria?

The bulbs for Persica Fritillaria measure 20 to 22 cm in circumference.

Is Persica Fritillaria resistant to animals or disease?

Persica Fritillaria is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of bulb is Persica Fritillaria grown from?

Persica Fritillaria is grown from a bulb.

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