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Allium nectaroscordum

Allium nectaroscordum
Sicilian honey garlic, Ornamental Onion

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Bulbs in good condition upon arrival, I am looking forward to spring to see the flowering!

Françoise , 04/10/2021

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Lovely cousin of alliums with clusters of purple bell-shaped flowers with cream margins.
Flower size
15 cm
Height at maturity
90 cm
Spread at maturity
20 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time September to November
Recommended planting time September to November
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Flowering time May to June
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Description

Allium nectaroscordum is an extraordinary plant with umbels of flowers almost 15cm (6in) high. It readily multiplies in ericaceous soil.

It boasts beautiful purple flowers margined with cream. The umbels are initially erect before gradually drooping.

The flowering lasts for more than 6 weeks.






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Allium nectaroscordum (Flowering) Flowering

Plant habit

Height at maturity 90 cm
Spread at maturity 20 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time May to June
Flower size 15 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Allium

Species

nectaroscordum

Family

Alliaceae - Liliaceae

Other common names

Sicilian honey garlic, Ornamental Onion

Origin

Eastern Europe

Planting and care

Alliums are easy-to-grow plants. Plant them preferably before the end of October so that they have time to establish themselves well. They fear moisture. Offer them a sunny spot in well-drained soils, even rocky ones. Plant larger bulbs at a depth of 10 or 15cm (4 or 6in), spaced 15cm (6in) apart. Plant smaller bulbs at a depth of 10cm (4in), spaced 7cm (3in) apart. They are undemanding, but do prefer poor soils.

Planting period

Best planting time September to November
Recommended planting time September to November
Planting depth 10 cm

Intended location

Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 10 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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