Collection: Fritillaria

Fritillaria bulbs for special motifs

In April and May, the fritillaria flowers appear, and they are truly a feast for the eyes. This flower owes its name to the Latin word "fritillus," which refers to the cup used for shaking dice. And if you look at the petals, you'll understand why that name isn't a coincidence. The flower has drooping cups shaped like bells or cups, and they're covered in a checkered pattern. This is indeed reminiscent of a dice game! But sometimes, the petals have a pattern that resembles snakeskin—what a remarkable flower this is!

Hanging bloomer

With their drooping bells and soft colors, fritillarias quickly create a unique spectacle in your garden. From the fritillaria bulbs, seemingly fragile stems emerge with linear, green to gray-green leaves. Ultimately, they develop into a sturdy stem that can quickly grow to 90-120 centimeters. The lower part of the stem, in particular, is covered with numerous, broad, drooping leaves. The upper half of the stem is leafless until the exotic, brownish-purple, or white flowers, which often share the stem in pairs.

Crown Imperial and Fritillary

The most well-known varieties are the Imperialis (Crown Imperial) and the Meleagris (Checkered Fritillary). The flowers prefer a spot in full sun or with a little shade. Plant the Fritillaria bulbs in September in well-drained, humus-rich soil. The charm of this flower is that it reproduces itself over the years. If you leave the plant alone, it will spread and multiply throughout your garden. Besides being beloved by a wide audience for their unique appearance, the flowers are also very popular with honeybees and butterflies. The flowers are a feast for the eyes in April and May and are, for good reason, considered one of thedaffodil bulbs,crocus bulbsandtulip bulbsto one of the most sought afterspring bloomers.

Royal looks

Finally, a fun fact. Because the fritillaria has such beautiful and exclusive shapes, the flower has been used extensively in paintings. The well-known fritillaria imperialis, or crown imperial, was often painted at the top of a still life as a symbol of supreme power. For painters, it was literally the crowning glory of their work. So... surely this flower with its regal appearance shouldn't be missing from your garden?