LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Star-shaped
GROWTH HABIT
Low-growing
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Perennial
PLANTING SEASON
Spring or autumn
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
15–25 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
Low to moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
cool
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
20–25 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this Allium different from giant ornamental onions?
What makes this Allium different from giant ornamental onions?
It produces smaller pink flower clusters on graceful stems, making it ideal for compact borders and alpine gardens.
Can it be planted between ornamental grasses?
Can it be planted between ornamental grasses?
Yes. Slender flowering stems rise elegantly through low-growing grasses and perennial companions.
Which plants pair well with this Allium?
Which plants pair well with this Allium?
Catmint, salvia, dianthus, and creeping thyme create attractive companion plantings.
Does it remain decorative after flowering?
Does it remain decorative after flowering?
Yes. Seed heads continue adding structure and interest after the blooms fade.
Can it be grown in trough gardens?
Can it be grown in trough gardens?
Yes. Its compact size makes it suitable for alpine troughs and decorative containers.
Do pollinators visit the flower clusters?
Do pollinators visit the flower clusters?
The blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during flowering.