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ALLIUM giganteum

Commonly known as Giant ornamental onion


Estimated availability autumn 2021 - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
individually £10.50 each, 3+ £8.00 each

Delivery Information Estimated availability autumn 2021
plant size comparison icon 2 Litre
  • Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
  • Height - 1.5m (5ft)
  • Spread - 20cm (8in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial - bulbous perennial. Produces dense umbels 10cm (4in) across of 50 or more flowers with prominent stamens.
  • Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - strap-shaped, pale-green basal leaves 30-100cm (12-39in) long which wither before flowering.
  • Very hardy - Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
  • Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects.
  • Pests & Diseases - onion fly, white rot, downy mildew.
  • Place of origin - central Asia.
  • Flower Shape - Star-shaped -
  • Hardiness - Fully hardy -
  • Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
  • Summer
  • Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - will tolerate dry conditions
  • Wildlife - Bee friendly -
  • Butterfly friendly
  • Rabbit Resistant
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Allium giganteum - Growing Guide
Alliums - Growing Guide
Bulbs - Care Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
1.5m (5ft)
 bulb/corm - guide for size not form Watering Can
  20cm (8in)
  

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