Onion. A bulbous perennial with mid-green leaves, which die back before flowering. Dense umbels of star-shaped, bright blue flowers on stiff stems. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 15cm. Full sun. Hardy. Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball.
Allium caeruleum
A bulbous perennial with mid-green leaves, which die back before flowering. Dense umbels of star-shaped, bright blue flowers on stiff stems.
Category: Bulbs
Additional information
Generic | Allium |
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Species | caeruleum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Onion |
Flower Colour | blue |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 80cm |
Family | Liliaceae |
Spread | 15cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball |
Care | |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
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Pruning Time | |
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