This tall spring bulb is crowned by a spike of maroon flowers above gray-green foliage and makes a striking addition to the spring garden. The bulb itself is strongly odoriferous which prevents the depredations of rodents.
Latin Name
Fritillaria persica
Family
Liliaceae
Also Known As
Persian Lily
Type of Plant
Bulbs
Bloom Season
May - June
Seasons
Spring
Specifications
Max Height: 3'
Max Spread: 1.5'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Part Sun
Tolerances
Toxicity
Do not ingest
Colors
Native Range
Middle East
History
Introduced to English gardens in the 16th century, Persian lilies emigrated to the colonies by the end of the 18th century.
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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