Fritillaria persica Crown Imperial Bulbs
Elevate your spring garden with Fritillaria persica Crown Imperial Bulbs, an heirloom variety offering exotic elegance. These bulbs produce striking 30-inch spikes adorned with up to 30 bell-shaped, pendant flowers in captivating shades of plum-purple to blackish hues. Native to the Middle East, they provide dramatic vertical interest in beds and borders. The nectar-rich blooms attract pollinators and serve as excellent modern cut flowers. Thriving in full sun to partial shade with moist, well-drained soil, they are cold-hardy to Zone 4 and multiply over time for increasingly impressive displays.
$41.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2476
/ 3259
#2476 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+78%
Above average
Item Form
Bulb
/ Bulb
Who it's for
- Unmatched Garden Drama
- Natural Pest Deterrent
- Sophisticated Deep Color
Who should skip it
- Distinctive Musky Odor
- Rapid Summer Dormancy
- Specific Planting Needs
Key Specs
Item Form
Bulb
Pack Size
3 Bulbs
Hardiness Zones
4 - 8
Mature Height
76.2 cm (30 inches)
Mature Width
20.32 cm (8 inches)
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Planting Depth
12.7 cm (5-6 inches)
Spacing
20.32 cm (8 inches)
Features
- Produces up to 30 bell-shaped flowers per spike
- Exotic elegance with unique plum-purple to blackish blooms
- Nectar-rich flowers attract bees and butterflies
- Excellent as modern cut flowers
- Bulbs multiply well for increasing displays
- Deer resistant variety
- Suitable for beds, borders, and containers
- Easy care perennial
What customers say
The Crown Imperial blooms impress with their unique, dramatic appearance, adding significant visual interest. Customers frequently highlight the excellent quality of bulbs received, noting they are large and healthy, which is crucial for successful planting. While growth can vary with conditions, when these bulbs thrive, the high price is seen as justified by the strong value of a long lasting, beautiful display. The striking visual appeal and the quality of the bulbs upon arrival are the most consistently praised aspects, contributing to a positive overall impression.
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