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.
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Fritillaria persica
'Alba'
Persian lily
Fritillaria persica 'Alba' brings an unexpectedly soft note to spring, with tall, elegant spires lined in pale, creamy-green bells that seem to glow against fresh foliage. Far more subtle than its darker relations, Fritillaria persica 'Alba' has a calm, architectural presence that suits both romantic planting schemes and more pared-back borders. The glossy, strap-like leaves form a handsome clump at the base, while the flowers open in sequence from the bottom upwards, giving the whole stem a long-lasting, evolving quality. Planted where morning light can catch the blooms, Fritillaria persica 'Alba' has a quietly luminous effect that rewards a second glance.
As a bulbous perennial, Fritillaria persica 'Alba' returns each spring with increasing poise, producing upright stems that rise neatly through surrounding planting without ever seeming stiff. It works beautifully among tulips, euphorbias and early alliums, where its refined colouring cools richer tones and adds welcome height. Even after flowering, Fritillaria persica 'Alba' continues to earn its place, as the seedheads lend structure and interest well into winter. For gardeners who enjoy plants with a touch of drama but no shoutiness, Fritillaria persica 'Alba', or the Persian lily is a particularly graceful choice; distinctive, polished and just unusual enough to prompt admiring questions from visitors.
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Check whether your varieties prefer sun or shade, then choose a sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Most spring bulbs also grow well in containers.
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 'Alba'
- Flower colour
- Green, cream
- Bulb size
- 20/+
- Established height
- 70cm-1m
- Established spread
- 20-30cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
- Upright
- 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 - 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
Good for cutting
Pollinator-friendly
Thrives in full sun
Perennial
Fully hardy
Packed in paper
Low maintenance
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