Red Crown Imperial Fritillaria is an heirloom bulb dating to 1665 and once prominent in Victorian gardens. Its hanging orange-red flowers sit beneath a distinctive crown of green foliage, bringing a strong vertical accent to spring beds and borders.
Plant the bulbs 8 inches deep in organically rich, moist but well-drained soil. Choose the site carefully because fritillaria prefers not to be disturbed; allow the foliage to die back naturally for four to six weeks after flowering.
Features
Heirloom flower bulb dating to 1665
Deer- and rodent-resistant
Suitable for beds, borders and cut flowers
Soil: Organically rich, moist and well-drained
Light: Full sun to light shade
Height: 36–40 inches
Spacing: 10–12 inches apart; 1 bulb per square foot
