Fritillaria 'Meleagris Collection'
Fritillaria 'Meleagris Collection'
Fritillaria 'Meleagris Collection'
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Description
Description
Fritillaria 'Meleagris Collection' — an enchanting spring-flowering bulb with unique purple and white blooms. This elegant fritillaria reaches a height of 10-20 cm and flowers in April with striking marbled petals. Planting details: Tuber size 5/6, planting depth 5 cm, plant spacing 2-3 cm. Grows upright with green foliage and thrives best in a sunny, sheltered position. Ideal for pots, borders, ground cover, and large containers. Benefits: Easy to grow, flowering in the first year. Resistant to mice, deer, and rabbits. Bee-friendly and attractive to pollinators.
Spec and Details
Spec and Details
- Botanical name: Fritillaria 'Meleagris Collection'
- Flower: Fritillaria
- Color: Mixed
- Plant depth: 5 cm
- Plant spacing: 2-3 cm
- Established height: 10-20cm
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Leaf colour: Green leaf
- Mouse resistant: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Bee friendly: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: Yes
- Gardening level: Easy to grow
- Habit: Upright
Fritillaria grow guide
Fritillaria grow guide
Plant Fritillaria bulbs in autumn (September–December) in a sunny to partially shaded spot with well-draining soil. Dig a hole 2 to 3 times the height of the bulb and place it with the pointed tip facing up (for larger varieties, planting slightly on their side can help prevent water pooling in the hollow top). Space bulbs 15 to 20 cm apart. Cover with soil and water lightly.
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Returns & Pricing
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FAQ - About Fritillaria
When should I plant Fritillaria bulbs?
When should I plant Fritillaria bulbs?
Fritillaria bulbs are best planted in autumn, between September and December, before the first frost sets in. This gives the bulbs enough time to form roots before winter begins.
At what depth and spacing should I plant Fritillaria bulbs?
At what depth and spacing should I plant Fritillaria bulbs?
As a rule of thumb, plant Fritillaria bulbs at a depth of about two to three times their own height. Also allow sufficient spacing between the bulbs, usually 15 to 20 cm, depending on the size of the variety.
Do Fritillaria need a lot of sun?
Do Fritillaria need a lot of sun?
Yes, Fritillaria grows best in a sunny to partially shaded location. It likes well-draining soil and thrives less well in shady, damp conditions, as the bulbs are prone to rot.
Are Fritillaria bulbs perennial, do they come back every year?
Are Fritillaria bulbs perennial, do they come back every year?
Fritillaria bulbs can be perennial, but less reliably so than many other bulbs. They are more prone to rot than average, so success strongly depends on well-draining soil and the right location. Some varieties, like F. meleagris, naturalize readily, while others, like F. imperialis, may decline in bloom quality over the years
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My name is Wessel van Gerven, fourth generation in a family of flower bulb specialists since 1960. What began in my grandfather’s nursery grew into a lifelong passion for flower bulbs, authentic varieties, and the beauty they bring to every garden.
