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Fritillaria thunbergii maximowiczii

SKU: frthma-E/9/25
Rarely offered sub species with purple flowers and yellow chequering.
Family: Liliaceae
Flower Colour: Purple
Flowering Season: Spring
Origin: Russia
Preferred Conditions: Moist, well drained soil
Preferred Aspect: Full sun or part shade
Additional Feature: Foliage effect
Pot Size: 9 cm square
List Price: £8.50
Price: £7.00
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Fritillaria thunbergii maximowiczii
Fritillaria thunbergii maximowiczii
Product Details
A choice and rarely offered species from Siberia which rises early in the season. The leaves are very narrow and lanceolate, greyish-green in colour and the terminal leaves being narrower than the lower and often have tendril-like appendages which will clasp thin branches etc for support. Flowers are numerous and borne in the upper axils and stem terminus. Colour is pale purplish with yellow chequering, they are pendulous and last for around two weeks. A good form for a sunny spot.