Fritillaria 'Uva-Vulpis' (Fox's Grape Fritillary)

Dispatch begins week of 14 September
Autumn planting varieties are seasonal and become available at the start of September. We will then prepare your order and begin dispatch during the week beginning Monday 14 September.

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10 bulbs
Planting coverageStarts a compact naturalised patch
£2.69
£0.27 each
30 bulbs
Most popular Creates a visible spring drift
£7.99
£0.27 each
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60 bulbs
Best value Builds a generous naturalised colony
£14.79
£0.25 each
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uva-vulpis, often admired for its deep purple-brown with yellow tipping colouring, is a bulb variety especially well suited to naturalising.

Fritillaria uva-vulpis is a delightfully characterful little fritillary—perfect for those who appreciate subtle drama in spring. Its nodding, bell-shaped blooms appear in rich purple-brown, often neatly finished with a bright yellow tip, making a sophisticated note in rock gardens, gravel schemes and naturalistic planting.

Best where drainage is impeccable, this fully hardy perennial settles in unhurriedly and rewards patience with quietly increasing clumps over time. Ideal for sunny to lightly shaded positions, and particularly handsome when tucked among stones or threaded through the front of a border.

  • Flower colour: Deep purple-brown with yellow tipping
  • Flowering: March–May
  • Height: 10–50cm
  • Habit: Clump-forming perennial
  • Best for: Naturalising, rockeries, patio pots & containers
Botanical name Fritillaria uva-vulpis
Flower colour Deep purple-brown with yellow tipping
Established height 10–50cm
Established spread 0–10cm
Plant spacing 10cm
Leaf colour Green
Habit Clump-forming
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Years to establish 2-3 years
Sunlight Full-Sun, Partial Sun
Position Borders, Rock garden
Suitable for Naturalising, Rockeries, Patio Pots & Containers
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Well-drained
Soil type Loam
RHS Award (AGM) No
Growing skill Intermediate
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant No

Where to Plant:

Fritillaria 'uva-vulpis' (Fox's grape fritillary) needs full-sun, partial sun and a warm, sheltered position for the best flowering. Plant into fertile, humus-rich soil that drains well, and choose a spot protected from strong winds, especially for taller varieties.

How to Plant:

Plant bulb from September to December once conditions are suitable. Set them at the correct depth for the variety, spacing 10cm apart where relevant, then firm in gently and water well after planting.

Aftercare:

Water regularly in dry weather and feed every two to three weeks once buds appear. Stake taller stems early and deadhead to keep plants flowering. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally before lifting or protecting bulb according to local conditions.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Attracts wildlife

Naturalising

Fritillaria 'uva-vulpis' (Fox's grape fritillary) - Harding & Bloom

Fritillaria 'Uva-Vulpis' (Fox's Grape Fritillary)

£2.69

£2.69

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Kind Words from Our Gardeners

Arrived quickly and well-packaged. Planted them in some pots on the patio and they all came up. Look beautiful. Thank you!

Careane Wallace

Oxfordshire, UK

The bulbs arrived beautifully packaged and you could just tell they were excellent quality. We had the most wonderful display of daffodils this spring on our patio. Simply stunning. Will definitely be ordering again

David P

Kent, UK

I ordered the mixed hyacinth collection and the scent in my garden this April was absolutely heavenly. Every single bulb produced a strong, beautiful flower and the colours were stunning together. A fantastic purchase, I'll be back for more next year!

Eleanor R

Somerset