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Allium Sphaerocephalon

Common name: Drumstick Allium

Perhaps time to brighten your garden with Allium sphaerocephalon - its vibrant, round flower heads will You will bring a burst of colour.

-15 to -20°C
Good Cut Flowers
Good for Pollinators

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Bulbs
1 for £13.00
just £13.00 each
2 for £16.00
just £8.00 each
3 for £18.00
just £6.00 each
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Allium sphaerocephalon is also known as the round-headed garlic or Drumstick allium due to its unusual shape. This medium-height ornamental onion has blooms that blossom green and gradually mature to an attractive maroon purple. The blooms are made up of a cluster of small bell-shaped flowers and the shape of the bloom is more egg-shaped than spherical. These dazzling alliums have been used in RHS Hampton Court show gardens. They prefer well-drained sheltered spots in full sun. Allium sphaerocephalon is a perfect addition to the centre of a herbaceous border or as a clump of plants in a container. This allium makes a great cut flower for arrangements or vases as they can last up to 2 weeks. These hardy perennials will bloom year after year. If they outgrow their allotted plot they can be divided after flowering in the autumn. Plant in the autumn September-October for flowers in July-August.
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Key Information
Latin Name Allium Sphaerocephalon 5/6 size bulb 30 bag
Common Name Drumstick Allium
Hardiness H6 (-15 to -20°C)
Colour Pink
Type Perennial
Format Bulbs
Position Full-Sun
Height in Maturity (m) 0.90
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.10
AGM Yes
Soil Conditions Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Aspect East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Drought Tolerant Yes
Good for pots Yes
Good for Rockeries Yes
Good for wildlife Yes
Good for pollinators Yes
Good for cutting Yes

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