Fritillaria assyriaca subsp. melanthera — Columnar upright

Overview

Fritillaria assyriaca subsp. melanthera is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Fritillaria, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fritillaria assyriaca subsp. melanthera 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 assyriaca subsp. melanthera is a bulbous perennial cultivar within the genus Fritillaria, known for its columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun and can be grown in various garden aspects, including south, north, east, and west-facing positions, tolerating both exposed and sheltered locations. This cultivar prefers sandy or loamy soils that are moist but well-drained, with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for rock gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is 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 assyriaca subsp. melanthera 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 assyriaca subsp. melanthera

Propagation: Seed, offsets
Pest resistance: Slugs, lily beetle
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Fritillaria assyriaca subsp. melanthera?

Fritillaria assyriaca subsp. melanthera prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Fritillaria assyriaca subsp. melanthera need?

Fritillaria assyriaca subsp. melanthera 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 assyriaca subsp. melanthera hardy in the UK?

Fritillaria assyriaca subsp. melanthera 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 assyriaca subsp. melanthera?

Seed, offsets.

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