Fritillaria 'Imperalis Rubra' Crown Imperial 1/Pkg.

Scientific Name: Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra'

Common Name: Crown Imperial Rubra

Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Blooming Time (Months): April to May

Bloom Duration (Months): 1 month

Fragrance: Strong, musky odor (repels rodents and deer)

Plant Habit: Upright, architectural

Characteristics: Large, bell-shaped orange-red flowers hanging in a ring below a tuft of green foliage on tall, sturdy stems; dramatic spring focal point; deer and rodent-resistant.

Spacing: 10 to 12 inches

Height: 36 to 40 inches

Width: 10 to 12 inches

Maintenance Requirements: Moderate; requires well-drained soil, plant bulbs on their sides to prevent rotting, allow foliage to die back naturally, may need staking in windy areas.