In The Garden: Mystery lily needs identification

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Xina, May 1, 2009.

  1. Xina

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    Suspected work of mystery squirrel gardeners. Plant is 105 cm tall. Flowered shortly before the tulips. Stalk is 2.5 cm in diameter at base. It took several years to mature before it flowered. What is its origin?
     

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    Fritillaria imperialis.
     
  3. Xina

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    Thank you. So exotic and very cool. I will research the origins and history.
     

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