5 good reasons to plant Alliums in the garden

Alliums are on trend and make a statement wherever they showcase their decorative flowering, sometimes bold, sometimes more subtle... I couldn't tell you which side my heart leans towards. In any case, I couldn't do without ornamental garlic in the garden; they have become essential to me.

Discover 5 excellent reasons to plant alliums in your garden or in pots!

Alliums bloom in late spring

What I particularly appreciate about ornamental garlic is that most flower in May-June, a time when the garden is not yet very lush. Their beautiful spheres remain decorative even once faded, extending their interest for several months! In my garden, they accompany the first roses and brilliantly bridge the gap between spring bulbs and summer perennial plants.

They are hassle-free plants

Alliums are hardy plants that require little! Just respect the exposure according to the species, plant them in light soil and, above all, perfectly drained; this is a must for them to return faithfully each year! Moreover, it's a dry regime for the voles who wouldn't dare plant the shadow of a tooth there. I would add that you get a beautiful display as early as the year following their planting, which is sure to please the eye quickly.

There is at least one variety for every area of the garden

You are probably familiar with the most spectacular alliums, those that boast large spherical umbels (purple, pink, white, burgundy, and even yellow) perched on tall stems. However, the allium family is much more diverse! Some clearly display their interest in grandeur with balls of a diameter that defies all competition, while others prefer to play the card of discretion, and still others are adorned with elegant pendulous bells. Not to mention, the small alliums that are well-suited for pot cultivation. This allows them to be invited in borders, rockeries, on terraces, or balconies.

They are perfect for modern gardens but not only...

Essential in contemporary gardens, they remain very versatile and adapt everywhere. I believe they deserve a place in all garden styles. I love using them to create sumptuous colourful graphic scenes, to add character to a somewhat flat border, to compose a romantic border with tulips or roses, or to bring a touch of whimsy among grasses.

They are also ideal flowers for bouquets!

Alliums are also perfect candidates as cut flowers and are well-suited for making bouquets, whether modern, rustic, or dried. They have excellent vase life and pair wonderfully with tulips, roses, gypsophila, and more.