• A close-up of Fritillaria pudica (Yellowbells) with its delicate, nodding, bell-shaped yellow flower. The petals curve gently inward, showing faint brown markings near the base, while the slender green stem arches gracefully.
  • A Fritillaria pudica (Yellowbells) plant growing among grasses, its single bright yellow flower hanging downward from a curved stem. Narrow, grass-like leaves emerge from the base, blending into the surrounding meadow.
  • A prairie scene dotted with Fritillaria pudica (Yellowbells) and pink Mountain Shooting Star flowers, scattered among a mix of green foliage and dried grasses. The nodding yellow and magenta blooms create a striking contrast in this early spring landscape.
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Fritillaria pudica - Yellowbells

Fritillaria pudica - Yellowbells

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Yellowbells is a graceful, early-blooming perennial with nodding, bell-shaped yellow flowers that add a touch of softness to the spring landscape. As one of the first wildflowers to emerge, it provides a valuable nectar source for early pollinators. Its slender stems rise from a small bulb, accompanied by narrow, grass-like leaves that fade by early summer as the plant goes dormant. For a well-balanced planting, pair it with later-emerging perennials that will fill the space as Yellowbells retreats for the season. Its bright, nodding flowers bring delicate beauty to wildflower gardens, low meadow plantings, and dry rock gardens.

Thriving in well-drained soils and full to partial sun, this hardy perennial is well suited for prairie plantings, open woodlands, and rocky landscapes, where it quietly naturalizes without becoming aggressive. Unpalatable to deer and livestock, Yellowbells is a resilient choice for areas with high browsing pressure, offering reliable early-season color in native and naturalized plantings.

Seeds Per Package: 15

Bloom Times & Plant Sizes

Important Information - The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom.  The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. - Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Light Conditions

  • Sun
  • Part Shade

Soil Conditions

  • Well Drained
  • Sandy
  • Gravelly
  • Dry
  • Seasonally Moist

Height

  • Under 6"

Width

  • Under 6"

Bloom Colour

  • Yellow

Month of Bloom

  • April
  • May

Vigorousness

  • Very Slow
  • Slow

Deer Resistance

  • High

Features

  • Bees
  • Attractive Seed Heads
  • Urban Spaces
  • Rural Spaces
  • Edible Parts

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

In Canada, Yellowbells is found in BC, AB, and SK, in the US, it's widespread across the Inter-mountain West. It grows primarily in dry grasslands, foothills, sagebrush flats, and open forested slopes.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

The small, starchy bulbs of Yellowbells were traditionally harvested and eaten raw or cooked by Indigenous groups, often roasted or boiled.