Fritillaria - Crown Imperial Red
Elevate your garden with the Fritillaria - Crown Imperial Red, a striking bulb promising a spectacular spring display. These easy-to-grow plants reach impressive heights of 32-40 inches, topped with bold clusters of bell-shaped, orange-red flowers. A unique crown of contrasting leaves adds to their dramatic appeal, making them ideal for the middle or back of garden beds. Thriving in full to partial sun and hardy in zones 5-9, these bulbs are nursery propagated and come with a 100% Grow Guarantee for a worry-free planting experience.
$10.16
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
3048
/ 3259
#3048 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Includes
1
/ Fritillaria Bulb
Who it's for
- Dramatic Early Spring Display
- Natural Rodent Repellent
- Reliable Perennial Return
Who should skip it
- Unpleasant Musky Odor
- Rapid Foliage Dieback
- Specific Planting Requirements
Key Specs
Includes
1 Fritillaria Bulb
Planting Depth
5-6 inches
Proximity
10-12 inches
Planting Season
Fall
Bloom Season
Spring
Water Quantity
Moderate
Sunlight Quantity
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Hardiness Zones
Zones 5-9
Features
- Stunning, traffic-stopping blooms
- Tall stalks with unique crown of leaves
- Easy to grow in Zones 5-9
- Vibrant orange-red bell-shaped flowers
- Produces side buds for expanded planting
- Requires good drainage and ample sunlight
- Nursery propagated, not wild harvested
- 100% Grow Guarantee
What customers say
Customer satisfaction centers on the dramatic visual impact of the Crown Imperial Red blooms, frequently called show stopping. Reviewers praise the high quality and size of the supplied bulbs, which boosts initial planting confidence. The primary theme, however, involves the plant's demanding nature. While successful growers achieve reliable, vibrant displays, others experience failure due to specific cultural needs, positioning this as a high reward choice for experienced gardeners. A secondary point is the strong odor; many appreciate its pest deterrent qualities, though some find the smell unpleasant near living spaces. Overall, the excitement of a successful bloom outweighs the cultivation challenges.
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