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Minus icon Plant Type Bulbs
Minus icon Height Tall 36"
Minus icon Spacing Plant 10-12" apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Mid-Spring to Late Spring
Minus icon Sun / Shade Full Sun to Half Sun / Half Shade
Minus icon Growing Zones 5-9
Minus icon Soil Type Normal
Minus icon Water Needs Medium
Minus icon Sold In Bags of 1
You can't go wrong with the classics! These tried and true varieties are our staff's top picks for gardeners looking for low maintenance plants that will dazzle in the border.
Fritillaria imperialis 'Lutea'
Fritillaria imperialis add drama and intrigue to any garden, with their eye-catching unusual shape. Each tall plant stands on sturdy, upright stems, with lance-shaped green leaves and bright, bell-shaped flowers in shades of orange, red, and yellow topped by a small tuft of leaf-like bracts. Their distinct faint odor has a natural advantage in keeping keep voles and other digging pests away. Plant 6-12 bulbs together in the back of a border for a stunning display.
Plant the bulbs 6" deep and 9-12" apart in the fall, laying them on their side to prevent water from collecting in the stem hole and causing rot. Best grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soil. Perform best in full sun in the north but appreciate some light afternoon shade in hot summer areas. Foliage dies back by early summer as the bulbs go dormant at which point they require less soil moisture. Can benefit from a winter mulch. Handle the bulbs gently and wear gloves when planting, as they are fragile and may cause skin irritation. Once planted, leave the bulbs undisturbed, as they dislike being moved and can naturalize over time.
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our accent annuals and bulbs to reach you in good condition and come up. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We ship accent annuals and bulbs based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
