Fritillaria sewerzowii
Korolkowia discolor, Korolkowia sewerzowii
Native to the alpine areas of central Asia, Fritillaria sewerzowii is a charming bulbous perennial boasting a spike of up to 10 nodding, greenish-yellow to vivid purple flowers, up to 1.5 in. (3.5 cm) long, with widely flared mouths in mid to late spring. The plant throws up stems of whorled, fleshy and broadly lance-shaped, glaucous leaves, and are studded with the intensely desirable flowers. Robust and floriferous, this Fritillaria species lights up the spring garden.
- Grows up to 6-10 in. tall (15-25 cm).
- Plant in fall in full sun or partial shade in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil for best results.
- Charming in groupings in containers or rock gardens.
- Deer and rabbit resistant.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 6
– 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 6
– 8 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Fritillaria |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
| Height | 6" – 10" (15cm – 25cm) |
| Spread | 3" – 4" (7cm – 10cm) |
| Spacing | 3" (7cm) |
| Depth | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 6
– 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 6
– 8 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Fritillaria |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
| Height | 6" – 10" (15cm – 25cm) |
| Spread | 3" – 4" (7cm – 10cm) |
| Spacing | 3" (7cm) |
| Depth | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
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