If you know your crown imperials or Fritillaria imperialis, you’re thinking of bright orange or bright yellow. But now these regal plants Fritillaria imperialis 'Early Fantasy' are showing their softer side with a delicate shade of apricot that’s hard to beat for its elegance and finely detailed markings. Each petal of Fritillaria 'Early Fantasy' is delicately patterned with red veins, making it even more fascinating to view up close, and adding sunset colours when viewed from afar.

Tall, sturdy flower stems and the cute 'crown' of green leaves that characterises Fritillaria imperialis 'Early Fantasy' complete the picture. We’ve supplied this distinctive variety to some of the world’s most impressive parks and gardens – will your garden be next?