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Fritillaria Imperialis Lutea
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Description
This extremely rare and exquisite old variety produces, in April and May, spectacular clusters of up to six large, bell-shaped, clear yellow, purple-veined flowers, held erect on a paler stem, topped by crowns of pointy upright leaves. This sought-after, RHS Award of Garden Merit winner is called in Persian 'Tears of Mary', because of the great drops of nectar at the base of each petal. Very few good large seeds collected.
Sowing Advice
Sow seeds at any time, covering them very thinly with compost or grit, keeping the seed pot in a cool, well-lit spot outdoors. Artificial heat is not needed and can prevent germination so be very patient as many species will only germinate in the spring after chilling or freezing in the moist seed pot in the winter. Grow on individual seedlings in small pots until of sufficient size to be potted on or planted out into the open ground.
Key Facts
Family:LILIACEAE
Common name:TEARS OF MARY
Classification:Hardy bulb, Hardy perennial
Height:60-90cm
Packet Content:10 (Approx)