Crown Imperial (Fritillaria imperialis)
The stately 'Crown Imperial' is a must-have for ornate spring gardens. Claiming its name from the fascinating whorl of leaves that top the bright orange blooms, closely resembling a crown.Also known as Fritillaria imperialis, this variety boasts a unique fragrance that usefully repels moles, mice, and other unwanted rodents from the garden. Tough, hardy, and perfect for introducing early season colour to mixed borders or pots.Fully deserving its coveted RHS Award of Garden Merit, you can be sure that this is a proven garden performer, guaranteed to be suitable for UK gardeners at every level of experience. You can therefore plant this in the garden with confidence, for stunning displays for many years to come.Very easy to grow - when the blooms fade as spring comes to a close, just leave in the ground to naturalise and get ready to see bigger and better displays, year after year.Supplied as a pair of bulbs, size 20/24, ready to plant out in autumn.