Round Headed Leek. A bulbous perennial, mid-green leaves. Bears umbels of bell-shaped, varying from pink to dark red-brown flowers. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy.
Allium sphaerocephalon
A bulbous perennial, mid-green leaves. Bears umbels of bell-shaped, varying from pink to dark red-brown flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Allium |
|---|---|
| Species | sphaerocephalon |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Round Headed Leek |
| Flower Colour | pink, red-brown |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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