Overview
Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Fritillaria, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala is a deciduous perennial bulbous plant from the Liliaceae family, growing with a columnar upright habit. It thrives in full sun and can be grown in a variety of soil types including chalk, loam, and sand, provided the soil is well-drained. This hardy cultivar is suitable for exposed or sheltered positions and adapts to acid, alkaline, or neutral soils. It is ideal for rock gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds, with its season of interest in spring. Propagation is by seed or offsets.
About the genus
Fritillaria (fritillaries) is a genus of spring flowering herbaceous bulbous perennial plants in the lily family (Liliaceae). The type species, Fritillaria meleagris, was first described in Europe in 1571, while other species from the Middle East and Asia were also introduced to Europe at that time. The genus has about 130–140 species divided among eight subgenera.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Fritillaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala 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 graeca subsp. thessala
- Propagation
- Seed, offsets
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, lily beetle
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala?
Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala need?
Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala hardy in the UK?
Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala?
Seed, offsets.
More in the Fritillaria genus
- Fritillaria cirrhosayellow Himalayan fritillary
- Fritillaria hermonis from Jebel esh Sharqui Mtns, Lebanon