By Liz Baessler Crown imperial plants (Fritillaria imperialis) are lesser-known perennials that make for a striking border for any garden. Keep reading to learn more about growing crown imperial flowers. Crown Imperial Flowers Crown imperial plants are native to Asia and the Middle East and are hardy in USDA zones 5-9. They are distinguished by 1- to 3-foot tall erect stalks topped with pointed leaves and a circular collection of hanging, bell-shaped flowers. These flowers come in shades of red, orange, and yellow, depending upon variety. The flowers of the Lutea variety are yellow. The flowers of the Aurora, Prolifer, and Aureomarginata are all an orange/red color. Rubra Maxima has bright red blossoms. While beautiful and interesting, crown imperial flowers have an added dimension that’s good or bad, depending upon who you are: they have a strong, musky scent about them, a bit like a skunk. This is good for
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