Cat.No | FL-69 |
Product Name | Allium sphaerocephalon |
Inventory | In stock |
Seeds per Packet (Approx.) | 43 |
Genus | Allium |
Species | sphaerocephalon |
Family | Liliaceae |
English Name | Round-headed Leek |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Flower Color | Red/Maroon |
Florescence | May, June, July |
Lighting Requirement | Full Sun, Sheltered Sun |
Soil Type Requirement | Clay, Chalk, Sand, Loam |
Soil Acidity Requirement | Alkaline, Neutral, Acid |
Moisture Requirement | Well-drained |
Applicable for | Cut Flowers |
Sowing Temperature Advice | 18-22°C |
Sowing Time Advice | Spring |
Sowing Spacing Advice | 50 cm |
Estimated Germination Days | 14-30 days |
A sun-loving bulb flower, it produces red-purple umbrella-like clusters from March to May that are attractive to bees and butterflies. It is an excellent cut flower variety and is popular with flower arrangers. Notably, its bulbs and foliage emit an unpleasant garlic odor when broken.
The number of seeds per packet is only an approximation, but will not vary much. Please inquire online before placing your order.
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