Description
Common name: Red Giant, Persian Onion, Ornamental Onion
Don’t let this new allium’s short stature fool you! Though it may be low growing, it bears huge, purple red, ball shaped blooms heads that are sure to attract all the right attention. It makes an ideal accent plant for front borders, feature beds and cutting gardens. Its bold colour and unique scent lures hummingbirds, butterflies and bees. This will be a real winner for your garden from Late Spring to Early Summer.
Bulbs require well drained soil. Will not perform well if soil holds too much water. Add sand or grit to the bottom of the hole to improve drainage.
Sold as : 10 bulbs
Bulb Size: 14/16 cm
Height: 10.0″
Planting depth: 4.0″
Spacing: 3 bulbs per sq. ft.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Attributes: Deer Resistant, Fragrant, Good Cut Flower, Showy Flower, Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds