Gossamer Petals
Fritillaria Meleagris Mix
Autumn Delivery! We begin shipping in late October, which is the perfect time for planting for most zones.
Fritillaria Melegris is also known as the 'Checkered Lily' and it's easy to see why. This mix contains a mix of ivory bells and dappled eggplant bells for a stunning contrast in your garden. features bells of golden yellow and deep, moody maroon. Elegantly draped at the top, standing about 9-12" tall.
Melegris does well in zones 3-8, but will need freezing winter temperatures for spring bulbs.
Contains 10 bulbs.
Fritillaria Michailovskyi
growing instructions
How to Plant
Fritillaria has a hole in the top of the bulb, to prevent bulb rot plant your bulb sideways. Dig a hole about 6" deep and tuck your bulb in for the winter. Once covered give her a long drink of water and wait for spring.
Where to Plant
Pick a spot that gets partial shade. Space bulbs about 5-6" apart.
When to Plant
Plant anytime before the last hard freeze, but the earlier the better with this bulb. Colder ground temps encourage strong spring blooms.
Additional Care Instructions
Water her regularly in the early part of the spring, but once once established dry conditions through the summer are ideal.
Once the flowers are spent allow the stalk to dry out. Once the stalks are dry, cut back the foliage and top off your bulb with an inch of fresh compost.
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