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Fritillaria imperialis 'Lutea' | Yellow Crown Imperial

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DESCRIPTION
Fritillaria imperialis ‘Lutea’ produces tall, upright stems topped with a bold crown of nodding, bell-shaped flowers in clear golden yellow. The blossoms are arranged in a circular cluster beneath a tuft of narrow, glossy green bracts that resemble a leafy crest. Blooming in mid to late spring, the flowers bring dramatic vertical interest early in the season, while the smooth, lance-shaped foliage lines the stem in evenly spaced whorls.

Native to regions of the Middle East and western Asia, ‘Lutea’ works well as a focal point in borders and mixed perennial plantings, where its strong form anchors spring displays. It also pairs effectively with later-emerging perennials, allowing its architectural presence to transition gracefully as the season progresses.

DESCRIPTION
Fritillaria imperialis ‘Lutea’ produces tall, upright stems topped with a bold crown of nodding, bell-shaped flowers in clear golden yellow. The blossoms are arranged in a circular cluster beneath a tuft of narrow, glossy green bracts that resemble a leafy crest. Blooming in mid to late spring, the flowers bring dramatic vertical interest early in the season, while the smooth, lance-shaped foliage lines the stem in evenly spaced whorls.

Native to regions of the Middle East and western Asia, ‘Lutea’ works well as a focal point in borders and mixed perennial plantings, where its strong form anchors spring displays. It also pairs effectively with later-emerging perennials, allowing its architectural presence to transition gracefully as the season progresses.

 

  • Family: Liliaceae
    Height: 30 to 40 in
    Width: 10 to 14 in
    Foliage color: Glossy medium to deep green, lance-shaped leaves arranged in whorls along the stem
    Flower color: Bright golden yellow, nodding bell-shaped flowers borne in a circular cluster beneath a leafy crown
    Bloom time: Mid to late spring
    Light requirements: Full sun to partial sun
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low, plant bulbs deeply on their sides to reduce moisture collection, allow foliage to yellow naturally after bloom
    Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 8
    Wildlife attractors: Occasional visits from bees and early-season pollinators

    This plant can be seen at Roozengaarde.

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