Allium siculum
Sicilian honey garlic bulbs (syn. Nectaroscordum siculum)
- 25 × bulbs
- £9.99 £0.40 each
- available to order from autumn
- 75 × bulbs
- £29.00 £0.39 each
- available to order from autumn
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- Bulbs (only) £4.99
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: May to June
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 8-
Allium siculum is an exquisite and unusual ornamental onion, that produces an umbrella of subtly coloured bell-shaped flowers, which hang from the tips of stiff, upright stems in May and June. This tall, exotic-looking, bulbous perennial looks wonderful in mixed borders or more naturalised planting schemes, where it will add height, structure and colour. Even after the flowers fade, their curious, shuttlecock-like seedheads are beguiling, extending their season of interest well into summer and (if picked), adding a twist to dried flower arrangements.
Allium bulbs are easy to grow in a sunny spot with freely drained soil, or a good quality potting compost. Ideally they should be planted in September or October, but could also be planted in early November in milder regions. Dig holes roughly three times as deep as the diameter of the bulb and place them at the base, pointy side up before gently infilling and watering to settle them in. In early spring, as growth begins, apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser, and allow the plants to die back naturally and completely before tidying away.
- Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
