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Add height and drama to any spring display with the magnificent Fritillaria imperialis ‘Rubra’. Available as a single bulb, it grows crown of bell-shaped, flame-orange flowers that hang beneath a tuft of green foliage. With robust and upright deep purple stems, this fritillaria will be the star of your display.
With its fiery orange hues, this fritillaria will add exotic appeal to flowerbeds and borders, bringing punctuated height to a mixed display. It is an excellent companion to the vibrancy of daffodils and tulips where its structure and form can really make a statement. In addition to its ornamental appeal, the flowers are loved by bees and other pollinators, making it a great way attract a wide range of beneficial insects into your garden.
Fritillaria imperialis ‘Rubra’ is easy and reliable to grow and will return year after year with minimal care. This reliability has been recognised by the Royal Horticultural Society who have given it the prestigious Award of Garden Merit, so you have peace of mind that you will enjoy a sensational spring display.
- Bulb count per pack: 1 bulb
- Flower colour: Red, Orange
- Flowering months: April, May
- Flowering height: 1m
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
- When to plant: September, October, November
- Planting depth: 10cm/4″
- Bulb spacing: 10cm/4″
- Soil type: Moderately fertile, well-drained soil
- Sunlight: Full sun
