Allium atropurpureum
The flower of Allium Atropurpureum has a unique deep purple-red colour that doesn’t appear very often in nature. This allium is originally from the Balkan and was introduced in the 1800’s. With its sturdy stem and a delightful, tightly packed cluster of star-shaped flowers allium truly is a unique flower. The flowers bloom between June and July and it reaches 60 cm in length. Unlike our other types of allium, the Atropurpureum naturalizes on its own.
€15.99
Per package: 3
The flower of Allium Atropurpureum has a unique deep purple-red colour that doesn’t appear very often in nature. This allium is originally from the Balkan and was introduced in the 1800’s. With its sturdy stem and a delightful, tightly packed cluster of star-shaped flowers allium truly is a unique flower. The flowers bloom between June and July and it reaches 60 cm in length. Unlike our other types of allium, the Atropurpureum naturalizes on its own.
- Flower period
- Planting period
| Bulb/tuber size | 8/10 |
|---|---|
| Delivered as | Flower bulb or tuber |
| Number per m2 | 100 |
| Per package | 3 |
| Plant depth | 4.5 - 5.5 inch |
| Planting distance | 8 inch |
| Scented | No |
| Flowering period | July |
| Bulb type | Allium |
| Hardy | Yes |
| Flowering and growth height | 20 - 24 inch |
| Flower color | Purple, Red |
| Place / Planting position | Partial shade, Sun |
| Hardiness zone | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Naturalizing | Yes |
| Attracting bees and butterflies | Yes |
| Suitable for pots and planters | Yes |
| Suitable as cut flower | Yes |
| Deer and rodent resistant | Yes |
Other information
- First loosen the soil well where the allium bulbs will be planted. Then the soil is easier to work with.
- Dig a hole and make sure it is 2 to 3 times as deep as the height of the bulbs.
- For the distance between the bulbs, make sure it is 2 times the diameter of the bulbs.
- Plant the flower bulbs in the hole with the pointed side facing up or with the root base facing down.
- Cover the allium bulbs with soil and water them well.
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