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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
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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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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-36"
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- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1"-2"
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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