Fritillaria Early Fantasy

Fritillaria ‘Early Fantasy’ is a stunning Crown Imperial with soft apricot and peach-pink flowers that bring warm colour to the spring garden. Each tall stem carries a ring of hanging bell-shaped blooms beneath a crown of fresh green leaves, giving the plant its unique and dramatic look.

This variety flowers earlier than most Crown Imperials, making it one of the first tall spring bulbs to bloom. Growing up to 90 cm high, it adds height, structure, and colour to borders and mixed bulb displays.

The soft pastel shades pair beautifully with tulips, daffodils, and alliums, while the nectar-rich flowers attract bees and other pollinators.

Fritillaria bulbs are naturally resistant to deer, rabbits, squirrels, and rodents, making them a reliable choice for many gardens.

Easy to grow and long-lasting, ‘Early Fantasy’ will return each spring with very little maintenance.

What You’ll Receive

Top-quality Fritillaria imperialis ‘Early Fantasy’ bulbs, ready for autumn planting.

Quick Facts
Botanical name: Fritillaria imperialis ‘Early Fantasy’
Common name: Crown Imperial
Colour: Soft apricot and peach-pink
Flowering Time: Early to mid-spring
Height: Up to 90 cm
Position: Full sun
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Pollinator friendly: Yes
Planting Advice

Plant bulbs in autumn in fertile, well-drained soil around 15 cm deep and 30 cm apart. Always plant bulbs slightly on their side to stop water collecting in the hollow centre. Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering to help the bulbs store energy for the following year.