Allium Giganteum
Good for cutting
Perfect for pots
Loved by pollinators
Hand packed in paper bags
Hardy throughout the UK
Description
In today’s gardening world, where garden centres invariably stock very compact plants that display well in the pot, finding tall-flowering plants can be difficult. But not if you choose bulbs – and the giant ornamental onion Allium 'Giganteum' should top your list. Its flower stems reach a height of 1-1.5m, and each sturdy stem is topped with a perfect globe of purple florets. The effect is striking to say the least!
To get the best out of your giant Alliums, plant Allium 'Giganteum' in groups, either near the back of flowering borders, or on their own. Now, it’s just a matter of waiting till late-spring for flowering magic to happen.
Details for Allium Giganteum
Colour:
Purple
Height:
120-140 cm / 48-56"
Planting season:
Autumn
Flowering time:
Mid to late Spring
Botanical name:
Allium Giganteum
Light requirements:
Partial shade / full sun
Soil moisture:
Average
Naturalising:
Strong
Perennial:
Yes
Critter resistant:
Yes
Planting & Care
- Plant your allium bulbs from mid to late autumn
- Plant in borders or containers in sun or partial shade
- Plant the bulbs two to three times as deep as the bulb is high
- Space the bulbs about twice the bulb diameter apart
- Place the bulbs with the pointed side facing upwards
Read more in our planting guide
Delivery schedule
- Orders placed before 31 August 2021
You can expect your order September / early October 2021 - Orders placed 01 September - 15 October 2021
You can expect your order in October 2021 - Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2021
You can expect your order within 10 business days
See our full shipping & delivery schedule
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