Onion. A bulbous perennial with mid-green strap-shaped leaves. Loose umbels of pendent bell-shaped, deep violet-purple flowers on stiff stems. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball.
Allium cyathophorum var. farreri
A bulbous perennial with mid-green strap-shaped leaves. Loose umbels of pendent bell-shaped, deep violet-purple flowers on stiff stems.
Category: Bulbs
Additional information
Generic | Allium |
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Species | cyathophorum |
Varietry | var. farreri |
Common Name | Onion |
Flower Colour | blue, violet |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 30cm |
Family | Liliaceae |
Spread | 15cm |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, July |
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Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball |
Care | |
Border | Border |
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