Plant during the recommended period shown in the variety’s specifications. If you cannot plant straight away, store them somewhere cool, dry and well ventilated.
'Twin Towers Tribute'
Persian lily
What are those tall flower stems supporting? Are the blooms black? Is it plum? Let Fritillaria persica 'Twin Towers Tribute' baffle your colour definitions and transform your garden at one elegant stroke. Rising head and shoulders above your other spring flowering bulbs, this near-black fritillary adds its special brand of drama to your flower beds. Join the ranks of gardeners who have appreciated this unique plant since 1573. It’s part of your gardening heritage, but it’s also a show-stopper.
Please note, these are not the regular Fritillaria persica. Fritillaria persica 'Twin Towers Tribute' is an improved Fritillaria persica which guarantees blooming results in the first year. White narcissi or pink tulips are the perfect companions for Fritillaria persica 'Twin Towers Tribute', throwing its dusky blooms into well-deserved prominence. Have you never tried it before? There’s a first time for everything, and this is it!
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Plant profile
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Check whether your varieties prefer sun or shade, then choose a sheltered position in well-drained soil or a suitable pot or container.
Remove weeds and loosen compacted soil. Improve heavy ground with organic matter and horticultural grit. For containers, use peat-free multipurpose compost and ensure good drainage.
Plant at the depth recommended for each variety, as their requirements differ. Position shoots or pointed ends upwards. If the correct direction is unclear, plant them on their sides.
Follow the recommended spacing for each variety. Planting in clusters or informal drifts creates a natural display, but avoid placing them directly against one another.
Water after planting if the soil is dry. Keep containers lightly moist but never waterlogged. After flowering, allow foliage to yellow naturally before removing it.
- Botanical name
- Fritillaria persica 'Twin Towers Tribute'
- Flower colour
- Purple, near-black
- Bulb size
- 20/+
- Established height
- 70cm-1m
- Established spread
- 20-30cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
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Upright
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant spacing
- 16 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
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Loam
Sandy
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
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Large containers
Borders
Gravel gardens
Exotic gardens
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens - Sunlight
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Full sun
Partial shade - Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 1st year
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