Crown Imperial (Fritillaria imperialis): Majestic Spring Sentinel

Crown Imperial (Fritillaria imperialis) is a statuesque spring bulb that commands attention with its tall, sturdy stem crowned by a whorl of large, bell-shaped, orange-red (or yellow) flowers beneath a tuft of leaf-like bracts — resembling a crown. Its foliage emits a skunky odor that repels rodents. A dramatic focal point for spring borders, cultivated since the 16th century.

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