Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra'

crown imperial bulb

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Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra'

crown imperial bulb

  • 1 × bulb
  • £7.99
  • available to order from autumn 2024
  • 2 + 1 FREE bulbs
  • £15.98 £23.97
  • available to order from autumn 2024
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  • Bulbs (only) £4.95
  • Position: full sun
  • Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
  • Rate of growth: average
  • Flowering period: April to May
  • Hardiness: fully hardy
  • Bulb size: 18-20

    Clusters of striking, reddish-orange, bell-like flowers on sturdy stems in April and May and whorls of glossy, green leaves. These imposing and long-lasting bulbs look fabulous emerging from a sunny, well-drained herbaceous border. After flowering remove the ripening leaves - left in place the seedpods provide sculptural interest for several months.

  • Garden care: Plant bulbs (ideally on their sides) 20cm deep from September to November in fertile, well-drained soil, taking care not to damage the fragile bulbs. To minimise unnecessary disturbance use a marker indicating where the bulbs have been planted.
  • CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant

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