Fritillaria imperialis 'Lutea'

Also Known As

Fritillaria imperialis 'Yellow'
Yellow Crown Imperial Fritillaria

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Fritillaria imperialis 'Lutea' plant details

Fritillaria imperialis 'Lutea' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fritillaria imperialis 'Lutea'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fritillaria imperialis 'Lutea'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

It's hard to look at Crown Imperials and not think of Dr. Seuss. Tall, thick stalks, clusters of richly veined bell flowers, peculiar interior markings and whirls of leaves on top that form a "crown". If these don't get your neighbors talking. . . .

By: Leafari

CROWN IMPERIAL YELLOW - Clusters of nodding yellow flowers atop a 2-4 foot stem with whorls of glossy leaves. Shiny reservoir of nectar near the inner base of each petal. Grows 30-36" tall , likes sun to part shade, blooming in late spring. Hardy in zone 5-8. Deer and critter resistant.