Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra'
crown imperial bulb
A striking addition to the spring bulb collection, Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra' produces magnificent clusters of reddish-orange, bell-like flowers in April and May.
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.
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.
How to care for Fritillaria imperialis Rubra:
Large bulbs should be planted deep, around 20cm (8in), and set slightly on their side to prevent water collecting in the hollow crown. They prefer fertile, well-drained soil in full sun, and benefit from a mulch in spring. After flowering, let foliage die back naturally to feed the bulb.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.7m
Eventual spread:
0.2m
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
-
CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant
Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra'
crown imperial bulb
A striking addition to the spring bulb collection, Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra' produces magnificent clusters of reddish-orange, bell-like flowers in April and May.
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.
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.
How to care for Fritillaria imperialis Rubra:
Large bulbs should be planted deep, around 20cm (8in), and set slightly on their side to prevent water collecting in the hollow crown. They prefer fertile, well-drained soil in full sun, and benefit from a mulch in spring. After flowering, let foliage die back naturally to feed the bulb.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.7m
Eventual spread:
0.2m
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
-
CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant