(Synonym: A. holmense). First described by Miller in 1768 as A. holmense, later in 1905 Ascherson and Graebner classified the Allium as A. ampeloprasum var. holmense. The plant resembles both a leek and a shallot. The leaves and bulbs are edible and have a mild flavour. The compact inflorescence consists of white with pink flowers and appears on a one-metre-high stem in early summer.
Data sheet
Preferred Placement
Sun or dappels shade
Color
pink
Bulb size
I.
Bulb Spacing
20
Planting Depth
10
Height in cm.
100-120
Flowering time in the months
6-7
. Available to order from July 2025
(Synonym: A. holmense). First described by Miller in 1768 as A. holmense, later in 1905 Ascherson and Graebner classified the Allium as A. ampeloprasum var. holmense. The plant resembles both a leek and a shallot. The leaves and bulbs are edible and have a mild flavour. The compact inflorescence consists of white with pink flowers and appears on a one-metre-high stem in early summer.