Fritillaria michailovskyi

Also Known As

Fritillaria michailovskyi 'Purple Bell'
Purple Bell Fritillary

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 8"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Fritillaria michailovskyi plant details

Fritillaria michailovskyi is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring black, bronze, chocolate and orange 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 michailovskyi

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: black, bronze, chocolate and orange blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fritillaria michailovskyi

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 michailovskyi is a short species with pendulous burgundy bells with yellow, flared tips. Each stem holds 1-4 flowers. Full sun and good drainage.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

You won't see these in your neighbor's yard! Fun, unusual and likely to prompt questions from gardeners who recognize this fritillaria as unusual. How fun is that?!