Large and magnificent! Meet the Persian lilies and crown imperials that wow in spring
These large fritillaries are striking additions to a spring garden. Even better, their bulbs—planted in autumn—are unappealing to voles.
1. Crown imperial ’Rubra’
Like all crown imperials and Persian lilies, this eye-catching bloomer flourishes in a sheltered spot with full sun or partial shade. The soil should be nutrient-rich and well draining. It reaches 80–120 cm (31–47 in) in height. Viherpeukalot.fi.
2. Persian lily
Adding drama to the spring garden, this variety has bright violet buds that open into bell-shaped flowers in a deep purple hue. It grows to about 90 cm (35 in). Providing winter protection, such as conifer branches, helps all persianpikarililjas withstand the cold. Impecta.fi.
3. Persian lily ’Green Dreams’
This variety enchants with pale greenish blooms tinged with purple at the petal tops. It grows to 60–100 cm (24–39 in). Korpikangassiemen.fi.
4. Crown imperial ’Striped Beauty’
Crown imperial produces 6–8 large, yellow-orange blooms accented by fine red stripes. It reaches 90–110 cm (35–43 in) in height. Kodin Kukat: Puutarha.com.
5. Crown imperial ’Sunset’
Bright orange flowers and copper-tinged stems and foliage give this plant a stylish presence in the spring garden. It grows 50–100 cm (20–39 in) tall. Flör.fi.
6. Fritillary ’Ivory Bells’
Its pale greenish, shimmering blooms can reach 80–100 cm (31–39 in) in height, creating a dazzling display. Fluwel.com.
