(Crown Imperial)

One of the largest and most distinctive fritillarias, crown imperial is a bulbous, spring-flowering perennial. The narrow, twisting, glossy leaves emerge in whorls in early spring and are soon followed by a thick, glossy, rapidly rising flower stalk that produces at its tip a ring of up to eight drooping bell-shaped orange flowers. Above this crown of flowers is a cluster of pointed upright leaf-like bracts, resembling a spiky crest. Native from Turkey to Kashmir and long cultivated (from the 1600s...

(Crown Imperial, Red Crown Imperial)

One of the reddest-flowered selections of this large, distinctive, spring-flowering bulb, 'Rubra' is also among the most vigorous. The narrow, twisting, glossy leaves emerge in whorls in early spring and are soon followed by a thick, glossy, rapidly rising flower stalk that produces at its tip a ring of up to eight drooping bell-shaped brick-red flowers with purple veins. Above this crown of flowers is a cluster of pointed upright leaf-like bracts, resembling a spiky crest. Native from Turkey to...

(Crown Imperial)

One of the largest and most distinctive fritillarias, crown imperial is a bulbous, spring-flowering perennial. The narrow, twisting, glossy leaves emerge in whorls in early spring and are soon followed by a thick, glossy, rapidly rising flower stalk that produces at its tip a ring of up to eight drooping bell-shaped orange flowers. Above this crown of flowers is a cluster of pointed upright leaf-like bracts, resembling a spiky crest. Native from Turkey to Kashmir and long cultivated (from the 1600s...

(Fritillary)

A close relative of crown imperial (Fritillaria imperialis), this large bulbous perennial bears showy clusters of pale yellow flowers in spring. It is native to northern Iran and Turkmenistan.

The tall, leafy, purple-flushed stems of Fritillaria raddeana arise from large, fleshy bulbs in late winter or early spring. Each stem bears several well-spaced whorls of glossy, medium-green, lance-shaped leaves, and a terminal cluster of nodding, funnel-shaped flowers. The pale yellow,...

(Dollar Prinzessin Fuchsia, Fuchsia)

Perfect for cooler, frost-free mountainous regions, 'Dollar Prinzessin' is a vigorous, upright mounding selection with magnificent flowers and nice green heart-shaped leaves on dangling branches. Typically producing many blossoms, the bud leaf (calyx) and floral tube are vibrant magenta while flower petals are deep purple. These large, pendent blooms are considered double as there are extra purple petals in the flower's core.

Fuchsia grows best in partial shade and rich, evenly moist garden...

(Bijou Blanketflower, Blanketflower)

The carefree perennial blanketflower ‘Bijou’ is grown for its orange-red and yellow daisies that bloom all season. Its vibrant flowers first appear from compact clumps of gray-green, hairy, lance-shaped leaves in the late spring. Blooms draw butterflies in droves and will continue to appear into the fall if plants are regularly deadheaded.

Though blanketflowers tolerate average dry soil, they thrive in fertile soil with good drainage and even moisture. They also love the heat, so plant them in...

(Blanketflower, Dakota Reveille Blanketflower)

Grown for their spring-to-fall succession of large bright daisy-like blooms, blanket flowers are clump-forming, rangy, herbaceous perennials. The cultivar 'Dakota Reveille' bears "daisies" whose rays are double rather than single-petalled, giving a pompon effect. The yellow, burgundy-throated, trumpet-shaped rays are lime-green with red tips before opening. The solitary "daisies" perch on compact burgundy stems above hairy ovate grayish-green leaves.

Grow blanketflower in well-drained average...

(Common Blanketflower)

The large dusty red daisies of ‘Burgundy Halo’ have petals that are tipped with a thin band of yellow. Like the other blanketflowers in the Sunburst series, Burgundy Halo is a compact plant that blooms continuously from spring through fall. Deadheading spent flowers encourages continued blooming and keeps the plants tidy.

Given a sunny location in average or rich soil, these perennials will thrive. Like all blanketflowers they do well in heat and will tolerate drought once established.

The...

(Common Blanketflower)

Bred for its compact habit and heavy flowering, 'Burgundy Silk' is a hardy perennial blanketflower that’s ideal for hot, sunny flower beds. Overall, it has a bushy habit and fuzzy, gray-green leaves. From spring to fall it produces many large, pastel burgundy daisies with dark centers and a silky sheen. Deadheading spent flowers encourages continued blooming and keeps the plants tidy.

This perennial will thrive given a sunny location in average soil. Like all blanketflowers it thrives in heat...

(Common Blanketflower)

With flowers colored like bulls-eyes, 'Scarlet Halo' is a striking member of the Sunburst Series. The center of the flowers and the bases of the petals are a dark red, while the ends of the petals are a vividly contrasting yellow. Smaller and more compact than most blanket flowers, it lifts its 4-inch flowers on long stems and blooms continuously from spring through fall.

Given a sunny location in good soil, these perennials are good for adding color to a bed or border. They also make good container...