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Allium nigrum

Flower bulbs
£2.95
SPP00221
Currently out of stock

Quick overview

Also called ‘Black garlic’. An heirloom species dating back to 1762 originating from Turkey. Large white rounded flowers with delicate petals surrounding a green eye on top of slender tall stems.  Height: 80cm, Flowering time: May to July, Preferred conditions:  Full shade or part shade. 

A designer’s favourite! When spring daffodils and tulips have flowered, it is the turn of ornamental onions. Alliums take us into summer with high impact and after flowering the seed heads become a stunning architectural feature.

Origin/native: Mediterranean, Asia

What you get

x20 bulbs for planting

Delivery from September.

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Plant Details

Flowering Time:
May to June
Genus / Species:
Allium nigrum
Common Name:
Ornamental Onion or Dutch Garlic
Height / Spread:
80cm/20cm
Type:
Hardy Perennial Bulb
Bulb Size:
10/12
Scented:
Unscented
Pollinator Friendly:
Yes
Cut Flower:
Excellent tall cut flower

Preferred Conditions

Planting Depth:
15cm
Soil Type:
well-drained soil, generally semi gritty and moderately fertile
Where to Plant:
Container displays/flower gardens/middle of borders
Position:
Full sun or part shade
Watering:
Generally only in hot conditions or when in containers keep moist
Care Tips:
Perennial plants will come back each year so decide to plant them in final growing positions or if you grow them as container displays they can be planted out after flowering.
Feeding:
After flowering you can apply a balanced liquid fertiliser weekly for a month to build up the bulbs for next year.

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