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Fritillaria spp.
Confirmed supplied format: 5L pot
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This Fritillaria assortment offers a selection of spring-flowering bulbous perennials, valued for their elegant, nodding blooms and architectural presence. Flower colour, size and form vary between varieties, creating an ever-changing display that adds interest to borders and woodland-style planting.
Fritillarias combine beautifully with tulips, narcissi and other spring-flowering bulbs, bringing height, texture and seasonal colour to the garden. Their upright stems and distinctive flowers make them an excellent feature in mixed borders or larger patio containers with good drainage.
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Fritillaria spp. |
| Common Name | Fritillaria |
| Plant Type | Bulbous herbaceous perennial |
| Foliage | Narrow green leaves that naturally die back after flowering |
| Flower | Nodding, bell-shaped flowers in a range of colours and patterns depending on the variety |
| Flowering Period | Spring (timing varies by variety) |
| Growth Habit | Upright, clump-forming perennial |
| Position | Full sun or partial shade |
| Soil | Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter |
| Mature Height | Varies by variety |
| Mature Spread | Varies by variety |
| Hardiness | Hardy in Irish gardens when grown in well-drained soil. Avoid prolonged winter waterlogging. |
Plant in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. Most Fritillarias perform best where they receive good light during spring while avoiding excessively exposed locations.
Keep the soil evenly moist while plants are actively growing and flowering. Once dormant, avoid excessively wet conditions, particularly during winter, as prolonged waterlogging can damage the bulbs.
Grow in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Improving drainage is particularly important on heavier soils, especially during wet Irish winters.
Fritillarias are generally hardy outdoors. The bulbs benefit from well-drained conditions throughout winter, and container-grown plants should never be left sitting in water.
Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the bulbs can store energy for the following spring. Remove spent flower stems if desired and divide congested clumps only when necessary.
This is a mixed selection of Fritillaria varieties. Flower colour, flower shape, mature size and flowering time vary across the current in-store selection, while the general growing requirements are shared.

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