Fritillaria persica

Also Known As

Fritillaria persica 'Plum Bells'
Persian Black Lily
Persica Plum Bells Fritillaria

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 12"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Fritillaria persica plant details

Fritillaria persica is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring black and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fritillaria persica

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: black and purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fritillaria persica

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fritillaria persica offers grape purple, bell-shaped flowers on tall spikes becoming purple-black with age. A florist's favourite, they make cut flowers to be treasured. Plant the bulb sideways to prevent rotting and mix sand or grit into the planting hole. Winter mulch in cool zones. In summer, provide afternoon shade in warmer ones. Good for naturalizing, most fritillaries contain poisonous alkaloids that protect them from rodents.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This plant is stellar sited in front of a light colored wall, stucco siding or a white picket fence - anyplace where the background contrasts sharply with the dark crimson purple to black flowers. Grown in gardens for almost 500 years, this is a spectacular heirloom variety.