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Fritillaria meleagris [Purple]

Also Known As

  • 'Purple Checkered Lily Fritillary

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 10"-12"
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Fritillaria meleagris [Purple] plant details

Fritillaria meleagris [Purple] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring 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 meleagris [Purple]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fritillaria meleagris [Purple]

USDA Zones: 3a - 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

These unusual blooms really brightens a shady corner, with wine purple checkered bell flowers swaying in spring breezes. Also known as Guinea Hen flowers, because of the similarity to the feather markings on these birds, checkered lilies are some of the most eye-catching flowers to be found. As a bonus, fritillaria are unappealing to the deer, rodents and voles that have a fondness for some other bulbs.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Fritillaria meleagris [Purple] plant

How to Grow Fritillaria meleagris [Purple]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 1"-2"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 3"-9"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-36"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
  • dry in summer
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Zones

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Size

Height: 8"-12"

Width: 1"-2"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 10"-16"

Width: 1"-2"

  • sun - bright shade
  • occasional
  • dry in summer
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