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Fritillaria imperialis Bach

Fritillaria imperialis Bach
Crown Imperial

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Value-for-money
A perennial bulbous plant with extraordinary flowering. It will add height to spring borders.
Flower size
5 cm
Height at maturity
70 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, September to October
Recommended planting time September to November
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Description

Fritillaria imperialis 'Bach' bears extraordinary flowers in spring. In April, it produces a crown of 5 to 8 light red flowers at the end of a long, straight stem. These beautiful bell-shaped flowers are topped with upright green leaves. This arrangement gives it the nickname of imperial crown.

This bulbous perennial is a variety derived from a resistant and tolerant fritillary species. It is quite hardy when planted in well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is a magnificent plant in gardens, adding height to flower beds. It can also be grown in pots.

The bulb is toxic. It emits an unpleasant odour that scares away rodents. 

In the past, it was called Tears of Mary. Its Persian name "gole achke" means "the flower that weeps".

Plant habit

Height at maturity 70 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour red
Flowering time April to May
Flower size 5 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Fritillaria

Species

imperialis

Cultivar

Bach

Family

Liliaceae

Other common names

Crown Imperial

Product reference545951

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Planting and care

Fritillaria imperialis 'Bach' thrives in full sun. It needs light, but not necessarily direct sunlight. It ideally thrives in a continental climate where winters and summers are dry and springs are humid. Plant it in fertile and well-drained soil. Avoid heavy soil, as it may lead to the development of fungi. If drainage is insufficient, the fritillaria may rot. Plant it from September to October by adding sand, gravel, or pumice to the planting hole. Place the bulb at a depth of 20cm (8in). In winter, we recommend mulching the fritillaria. Remove faded flowers if you do not want them to reseed. Do not water your fritillaries in summer and winter. If the soil is too dry in spring, lightly water (without excess) to initiate bulb growth.

Planting period

Best planting time March, September to October
Recommended planting time September to November
Planting depth 15 cm

Intended location

Type of use Border, Free-standing
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 20 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, well-drained

Care

Soil moisture Moist soil
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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