Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra'

Also Known As

Crown Imperial Fritillaria

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra' plant details

Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring orange and red flowers emerge. 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 'Rubra'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra'

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

The crown imperial (Fritillaria imperialis) is a dramatic yet structurally peculiar species. Vertical stems to 2-3 feet tall are covered in whorls of lance-shaped leaves on their lower halves, then naked for the top half before culminating in a tuft of leafy green bracts from which hang pendulous bell-like, yellow, orange or near-red flowers. 'Rubra' has lush green foliage, dark stems, and orange-red flowers. Plant bulbs on their sides to avoid water accumulation within the bulb cavity - yes, the bulbs are strange too! Mass plantings make an incredible display.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

CROWN IMPERIAL RED - Atop a 2-4 foot stem with whorls of glossy leaves is a cluster of nodding orange-red flowers capped by a dense tuft of smaller leaves.Grows 30-36" tall blooming in late spring in sun to part shade. Deer and critter resistant and hardy in zone 5-8. Spectacular.