About
Fritillaria acmopetala, the pointed-petal fritillary, is a bulbous perennial to around 30 cm tall bearing scattered, lance-shaped leaves and 1�2 terminal, nodding, campanulate flowers to 4 cm long in late spring. The flowers are pale green tinged with purple on the inner tepals � a subtle and elegant combination. A charming fritillary for a well-drained, sunny or partly shaded border.
About the genus
Fritillaria, the fritillaries, are bulbous herbaceous perennials with lance-shaped or linear leaves and nodding, bell-shaped or bowl-shaped flowers that may be solitary or in racemes, in a wide range of colours from white and yellow to deep purple. They grow in a range of habitats from meadows to rocky mountain slopes.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeBulbs
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Native toTurkey to Israel
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Ornamental bulbs, not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Care notes
CultivationA tolerant species suitable for a sunny border or rock garden. Needs fertile, well-drained soil and full sun
PruningCut back when foliage turns yellow at the end of the season
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in autumn in a cold frame. Expose to winter cold until germination in spring, then transfer to a cold greenhouse. Grow on for 2 years in containers. Divide offsets, or collect and sow bulbils in late summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and lily beetle
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to lily disease (Botrytis elliptica) and a virus