persian lily flower Ivory Bells Persian Lily, Fritillaria persica

persian lily flower Ivory Bells Persian Lily, Fritillaria persica(36 48 tall) Ivory Bells Persian Lily (Fritillaria persica Ivory Bells) is a selection of the original purple Persian lily species native to rocky slopes in parts of the Middle East. Like the purple form, Ivory Bells emerges in early to mid spring as tall stems clothed in gray green alternate leaves. That sturdy foliage is beautiful in its own right, but by mid spring it has erupted with 7 30 nodding ivory bells with a greenish cast stunning! A well

(36”-48” tall) Ivory Bells Persian Lily (Fritillaria persica ‘Ivory Bells’) is a selection of the original purple Persian lily species native to rocky slopes in parts of the Middle East. Like the purple form, ‘Ivory Bells’ emerges in early to mid-spring as tall stems clothed in gray-green alternate leaves. That sturdy foliage is beautiful in its own right, but by mid-spring it has erupted with 7-30 nodding ivory bells with a greenish cast – stunning! A well-draining spot is essential for success, as ‘Ivory Bells’ can succumb to rot if kept too wet. Plant in a well-drained soil that is rich in organic material in full sun to partial shade. Afternoon shade is appreciated in areas with a very hot summer. Fritillaries often give off a mild musky scent when the sun warms them, which may have much to do with their excellent deer resistance. Plant bulbs 8” deep and space 9” apart.