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    Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima'

    Also Known As

    • Fritillaria imperialis rubra maxima
    • Crown Imperial

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 36"-48"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

    Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima' plant details

    Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: liliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
    Flowers: orange blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, cutting garden, showy

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Regal clusters of burnt orange-red 3" bells atop dark 3-4' stems. One of the most impressive hardy bulbs a gardener can be pleased to grow.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima' plant

    How to Grow Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • orange

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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