Fritillaria 'Sunset'
"Crown imperial"
Orders placed before 1 September 2024
You can expect your order in September 2024
Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2024
You can expect your order in October 2023
Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2024
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Description
Fritillaria 'Sunset' is a fiery burst of colour that brings a warm, golden glow to your garden. Its vibrant orange flowers, paired with a uniquely coloured crown that boasts a bronze sheen, create a striking contrast that will capture the attention of anyone passing by. Perfect for borders, pots, or even as a dramatic focal point in a rock garden, Fritillaria 'Sunset' brings both style and sophistication. This variety’s eye-catching hues make it a great addition to any planting scheme, offering a touch of warmth and intrigue as it blooms in spring.
What makes Fritillaria imperialis 'Sunset' truly special is its combination of bold colour and unusual texture. The orange petals are complemented by the crown’s subtle bronze glow, adding depth and dimension to your garden. Easy to grow in well-drained soil and a sunny spot, Fritillaria 'Sunset' thrives with minimal fuss, offering you a beautiful, long-lasting display. This striking bulb is sure to turn heads as it adds both elegance and a pop of colour to your spring garden. If you're looking for a unique, fiery addition to your collection, Fritillaria 'Sunset' is the perfect choice to bring a little extra warmth to your garden this season.
Key features
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Good for cutting
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Comes back every year
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Loved by pollinators
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Packed in paper bags
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Low maintenance
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Fully hardy
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Fritillaria imperialis 'Sunset'
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Flower colour
Orange
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Bulb size
20/+
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Established height
70cm-1m
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Established spread
20-30cm
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Plant spacing
16 bulbs per m2
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Leaf colour
Green, bronze
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Habit
Upright
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Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
1st year
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Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade, Dappled shade
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Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Borders
Cottage gardens
Cut flower gardens
Large containers
Low maintenance gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Free draining
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Soil type
Loam
Loam-based compost
Multipurpose compost
Sandy -
Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
Yes
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Mouse resistant
No
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
No report
Plant calendar
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Plant your Fritillaria 'Sunset' bulbs from mid to late autumn;
Plant in borders or containers in sun or partial shade;
Plant your "Crown imperial" bulbs two to three times as deep as the bulb is high;
Space the bulbs about twice the bulb diameter apart;
Place the Fritillaria 'Sunset' bulbs with the pointed side facing upwards.
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Orders placed before 1 September 2025
You can expect your order in September 2025Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2025
You can expect your order in October 2025Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2025
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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