Allium giganteum
Giant Allium
- Height
- 120–180 cm
- Bloom period
- May - Jun
- Flower colour
- Purple
- Light
- Full sun
- Hardiness
- Zone 5–9 (USDA) hardy to approx. -29 °C · suitable for Dutch winters (the Netherlands is zone 8)
- Soil
- Well-drained
Description
One of the most impressive ornamental alliums with enormous purple spheres on sturdy stems. Perfect as a focal point in borders.
Care tips
Plant bulbs in autumn at 15-20 cm depth. Remove spent flowers but leave foliage intact until it dies back.