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Crown Imperial

Fritillaria imperialis

Zones 58bulb36" tall🐝 pollinator

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Peak bloom: April

How to plant

Plant large bulbs on their side in fall, 6-8 inches deep. Skunky odor repels rodents.

Sunlight
full sun
Spacing
12" between plants
Mature height
36"
Row placement
mid of bed

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