{"product_id":"fritillaria-persica-plum-bells-bulbs","title":"Fritillaria Persica Plum Bells Bulbs","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFritillaria Persica Plum Bells – Dramatic Dark Purple Spring Flower Bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoody purple blooms, towering elegance, and a whole lot of spring garden WOW!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking for something truly extraordinary to add drama and sophistication to your spring garden? Meet \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFritillaria persica 'Plum Bells'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an architectural beauty that brings unforgettable color, height, and texture to cottage gardens and perennial borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis striking spring-flowering bulb produces tall, graceful stems adorned with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edozens of elegant, bell-shaped flowers in rich shades of plum, mahogany, and deep purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The cascading blossoms create a dramatic display, while the plant's beautiful blue-green foliage adds another layer of texture and interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing an impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30–36 inches tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Plum Bells Fritillaria makes a spectacular statement when planted in groups at the back of flower borders, along fences, or among emerging spring perennials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to regions of the eastern Mediterranean and western Asia, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersian Fritillaria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e thrives in sunny locations with excellent drainage. Its unusual flowers can remain attractive for several weeks during spring, making it a wonderful addition to gardens that celebrate unique and unexpected blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd here's another reason to love it: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFritillaria is generally deer resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making this dramatic beauty a smart choice for gardens visited by browsing wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love Plum Bells Fritillaria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich, Moody Purple Flowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Elegant, bell-shaped blooms in dramatic shades of plum and mahogany.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArchitectural Garden Interest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tall flower stalks create striking vertical accents in spring borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDozens of Blooms per Stem:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beautiful clusters of nodding flowers make an unforgettable display.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGorgeous Blue-Green Foliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Distinctive foliage adds texture and contrast to the garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-Lasting Spring Interest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Flower spikes can remain attractive for several weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally avoided by browsing deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique Cottage Garden Beauty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A wonderful choice for gardeners looking beyond traditional tulips and daffodils.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulb Details \u0026amp; Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fritillaria persica 'Plum Bells'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Persian Fritillaria \/ Plum Bells Fritillaria\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulb Quantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Select your available package size\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5–8\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 30–36 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Spread:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10–12 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulb Spacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10–12 inches apart\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Sun to Partial Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spring, typically mid to late spring\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark Plum to Mahogany Purple\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue-Green\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate during active growth; relatively dry conditions during summer dormancy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fall\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cottage Gardens, Perennial Borders, Architectural Plantings, Fences \u0026amp; Statement Garden Displays\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nursery Propagated, Not Wild Collected\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen \u0026amp; How to Plant Fritillaria Persica Plum Bells Bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in Fall for a Spectacular Spring Statement!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor dramatic towers of rich purple flowers, plant your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFritillaria persica Plum Bells bulbs in fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, once soil temperatures have cooled and before the ground freezes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaryland and other Zone 6–7 gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, September through November is generally a suitable planting window, with October often an excellent choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fall, typically September through November depending on your growing zone.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 6–8 inches deep, measured from the base of the bulb.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulb Spacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10–12 inches apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Set bulbs with the growing point facing upward. If the top has a noticeable hollow, position the bulb slightly on its side to help prevent water from collecting.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to partial sun, ideally with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Exceptionally well-draining soil is essential. Raised beds or amended planting areas are ideal for heavy soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water after planting and provide moderate moisture during active spring growth. Avoid soggy conditions, especially during dormancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spring, typically mid to late spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Growing Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Persian Fritillaria bulbs are particularly sensitive to excessive moisture during dormancy. Choose a location that stays relatively dry during summer to encourage healthy bulbs and reliable flowering. Planting bulbs on their side helps prevent rot!x\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter flowering, allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally before removing it. This helps the bulb replenish its energy for future growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Cottage Garden Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate drama with dark purple!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an unforgettable spring display, plant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlum Bells Fritillaria in groups of 3–5 bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing their tall, elegant flower spikes to rise above lower-growing spring favorites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair these moody beauties with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecreamy white tulips, pale pink peonies, blue forget-me-nots, or soft yellow daffodils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a romantic cottage garden combination full of contrast and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir deep purple flowers are especially striking against silver foliage, ornamental grasses, or fresh spring greenery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant them toward the back of your perennial borders or along a garden fence, where their dramatic height and unusual blooms can truly shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaryland Gardeners:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you have heavy clay soil, consider planting Plum Bells in a raised bed or improving drainage with a suitable gritty soil mix. 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