One of the most beautiful spring-flowering bulbs to grow are Crown Imperials, also known as Fritillaria imperialis.
One of the most beautiful spring-flowering bulbs to grow are Crown Imperials, also known as Fritillaria imperialis.
If you ever see them for sale, consider buying some for your garden.
If you ever see them for sale, consider buying some for your garden.
If you ever see them for sale, consider buying some for your garden.
If you ever see them for sale, consider buying some for your garden.
As its common name suggests, it is a regal plant, putting on a wonderful display in the late spring that can last for up to four weeks.
As its common name suggests, it is a regal plant, putting on a wonderful display in the late spring that can last for up to four weeks.
Growing These Bulbs in Pots
Crown imperials grow best in fertile, well-drained soil in a position of good light, although they will tolerate some shade.
Growing These Bulbs in PotsCrown imperials grow best in fertile, well-drained soil in a position of good light, although they will tolerate some shade.
Crown imperials also make great pot plants to adorn the patio or greenhouse. For best effect, plant one bulb into a 6–8in (15–20cm) pot using good quality compost.
Crown imperials also make great pot plants to adorn the patio or greenhouse. For best effect, plant one bulb into a 6–8in (15–20cm) pot using good quality compost.