Chocolate Lily Seeds | Kamchatka Fritillary | 10 Seeds | Heirloom, Non-GMO | Southern Seeds

Rare, Moody, and Utterly Captivating.

The Chocolate Lily (Fritillaria camschatcensis) — also known as the Kamchatka Fritillary — is one of the most dramatic and unusual flowers you can grow. Its nodding, bell-shaped blooms in a deep, blackish-purple hue are unlike anything else in the garden, held above elegant whorls of glossy green leaves. This is a plant for the patient, passionate gardener — one who appreciates the rare and the extraordinary.

Note: Growing Chocolate Lily from seed is a slow, advanced process. Expect 3–5 years to first bloom. The reward is a truly unique specimen that few gardeners ever get to see.

What You’ll Love

• Extraordinary blooms — deep, chocolate-purple, nodding bell-shaped flowers unlike anything else in the garden
• Elegant foliage — attractive whorled leaves provide interest before and after blooming
• Rare and unusual — a true specimen plant and conversation starter for woodland gardens
• A rewarding long-term project — for patient gardeners who love growing something truly special

Seed Details

• Plant Name: Chocolate Lily (Fritillaria camschatcensis)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 10 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Perennial
• Height: 12–18 inches
• Days to First Bloom: 3–5 years from seed
• USDA Zone: 4–8
• Origin: American Grown

Growing Instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow outdoors in fall for a natural multi-winter germination cycle (recommended)
• Cold Stratification (Required for indoor start): Soak seeds 24 hours, then refrigerate for at least 120 days before sowing
• Depth: Plant 1/4 inch deep
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, rich, well-draining
• Patience required: Germination from seed is a slow, advanced process — this is a long-term garden investment

About Our Seed Packets

• Resealable for convenient long-term storage
• Eco-friendly and recyclable — no plastic
• Includes full growing instructions
• Vigorously tested for highest germination rates
• Custom packets available for weddings, baby showers, and events — just message us!