Origin: the Balkans. This allium introduced in 1800 has a color which is hardly found in nature, dark purple red (atropurpureus). The closely spaced star-shaped flowers form a semi-circular umbel with a diameter of about 5-8 cm. During flowering, the umbel takes a shuttlecock-like shape. Long lasting cut flower with a pleasant scent. Beautiful in combination with green-yellow flowers like Alchemilla.
Data sheet
Preferred Placement
Sun or dappels shade
Color
purplish red
Bulb size
10/+
Bulb Spacing
15
Planting Depth
10
Height in cm.
80
Flowering time in the months
6-7
Milieukeur Kweker
Global G.A.P.-MPS 682584
. Available to order from July 2025
Origin: the Balkans. This allium introduced in 1800 has a color which is hardly found in nature, dark purple red (atropurpureus). The closely spaced star-shaped flowers form a semi-circular umbel with a diameter of about 5-8 cm. During flowering, the umbel takes a shuttlecock-like shape. Long lasting cut flower with a pleasant scent. Beautiful in combination with green-yellow flowers like Alchemilla.