Overview
Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Fritillaria, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include rock garden, cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae is a bulbous perennial from the genus Fritillaria, known for its columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. This plant thrives in full sun and can be grown in a variety of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils with acid, alkaline, or neutral pH, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for exposed or sheltered positions and can be used effectively in rock gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds. It flowers in spring and can be propagated by seed or offsets.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Fritillaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae
- Propagation
- Seed, offsets
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, lily beetle
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae?
Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae need?
Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae grows best in sandy and loamy soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae hardy in the UK?
Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Fritillaria alfredae subsp. alfredae?
Seed, offsets.
More in the Fritillaria genus
- Fritillariafritillary
- Fritillaria agrestisstink bell
- Fritillaria anhuiensis
- Fritillaria assyriacaAssyrian fritillary
- Fritillaria aureagolden fritillary
- Fritillaria brandegeei
- Fritillaria camschatcensis 'Alaska'
- Fritillaria cirrhosayellow Himalayan fritillary
