• The genus Allium (the Latin name means "garlic") offers colorful, distinctive, and long-lasting forms that are standouts in the early summer garden. (whiteflowerfarm.com)
  • A display at the Chelsea Flower Show shows the diversity of the allium genus. (gardeners.com)
  • Within the genus Allium, various species are cultivated and celebrated for their unique characteristics and culinary significance. (onlineflowergarden.com)
  • The genus Allium encompasses a variety of flowering plants famously recognized as onions, garlics, leeks, and chives. (flowerflood.com)
  • Allium is a genus of flowering plants that are known for their vibrant and attractive blooms. (flowerflood.com)
  • We ship 3 bulbs each of Allium giganteum , 'Globemaster,' and 'Gladiator. (whiteflowerfarm.com)
  • Although bloom times can vary, the bulbs will bloom generally in the following sequence: 'Globemaster,' 'Gladiator,' and Allium giganteum . (whiteflowerfarm.com)
  • A group of deep-purple Globemaster or Gladiator alliums is a real eye-catcher, especially when planted with white or pink peonies, delphiniums or tall bearded iris. (gardeners.com)
  • Large, tall alliums such as 'Purple Rain' and 'Globemaster' work well when planted individually or in drifts. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Some of the most popular Alliums are: Globemaster, which is one of the largest, Blue Allium with its wonderful sky-blue color, and Purple Sensation is an eye popper with its rich purple flowers. (naturehills.com)
  • Belonging to the monocotyledonous flowering plants, allium includes a vast variety of species ranging from onions shallots to garlic leeks and chive. (wholeblossoms.com)
  • When in full bloom, the species of allium measure somewhere between two to four inches. (wholeblossoms.com)
  • It's best to not plant more than one allium bulb in the same planting hole, but if you want a more naturalistic display you can plant smaller growing alliums 7-10cm apart, and taller species around 20cm apart. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Allium lineare is a Eurasian species of wild onions with a wide range extending from France to Mongolia. (wikipedia.org)
  • Allium ampeloprasum , commonly known as Wild Leek or Broadleaf Wild Leek , is a versatile plant species with a widespread distribution across various regions. (onlineflowergarden.com)
  • This page is a profile for the plant species Allium flavum , used to collect records of where and when this plant was observed blooming, and for providing identification information for use in dichotomous keys. (wikiversity.org)
  • Allium sphaerocephalon is a plant species in the Amaryllis family known as round-headed leek , round-headed garlic , ball-head onion , and other variations on these names. (wikipedia.org)
  • Drumstick allium is another common name applied to this species. (wikipedia.org)
  • Individual flowers are reddish-purple and are occasionally replaced by bulbils (again making this a potentially invasive species). (wikipedia.org)
  • Browse the list of datasets and find organisations you can join if you are interested in participating in a survey for species like Allium paradoxum (M. Bieb. (nbnatlas.org)
  • Investigations on Wild Allium Species. (uni-marburg.de)
  • Many Allium species are native to Iran, where many tulips also originate, and the edible Alliums have been cultivated and a staple of diets for over 10,000 years. (americanmeadows.com)
  • We've selected a trio of large-flowering, long-blooming Allium varieties that deliver an extended show of traffic-stopping blooms from spring into summer. (whiteflowerfarm.com)
  • Their expeditions yielded many more interesting alliums varieties. (gardeners.com)
  • The beautiful allium comes in many varieties and choosing one as your favorite will be awfully difficult. (wholeblossoms.com)
  • However, there are some popular varieties of the Allium plants that are striking and gorgeous than the others, like the Purple Sensation. (wholeblossoms.com)
  • However, the taller varieties with their huge globe flower heads are now one of the stars of the architectural plant world. (crocus.co.uk)
  • Shorter varieties such as Allium christophii work well in pots. (gardenersworld.com)
  • The smaller varieties of Allium should be planted 4" deep and the larger varieties 7-8" deep. (bluestoneperennials.com)
  • The white-flowering Mount Everest is a bit shorter and looks sharp in front of shrubs with deep-green or burgundy foliage or rising out of a groundcover of periwinkle ( Vinca minor ). (gardeners.com)
  • The bulbs of Allium ampeloprasum are prized for their garlic-like essence, and they can be used to infuse oils or vinegar with a delightful flavor. (onlineflowergarden.com)
  • The grass-like leaves, which are shorter than the scapes, are also hollow and tubular, or terete, (round in cross-section) which distinguishes it at a glance from garlic chives (Allium tuberosum). (honey-plants.com)
  • Alliums are close relatives of the onion, shallots, and garlic family. (naturehills.com)
  • Plant allium bulbs at least four times the depth of the size of bulb (at least 15cm deep). (gardenersworld.com)
  • Allium vineale is a BULB growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in) at a medium rate. (pfaf.org)
  • ALLIUM: The Allium is a fall planted ornamental onion bulb. (totalgreen.com)
  • 12-18" tall, Allium Bulb Oreophilum has large magenta florets that form a lose flower head. (americanmeadows.com)
  • Feed with a granular flower bulb fertilizer at planting time and/or in the spring when the leaves emerge. (superseeds.com)
  • Drumstick alliums such as Allium sphaerocephalon look great in prairie planting schemes. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Allium sphaerocephalon is found in the wild across all parts of Europe except in the northern and western countries ( Scotland , Ireland , Netherlands , Scandinavia , and the Baltic States ). (wikipedia.org)
  • Allium sphaerocephalon produces egg-shaped bulbs. (wikipedia.org)
  • We recommend tucking the bulbs among clumps of perennials, where the leaves of the Alliums will be conveniently hidden from view as they fade during the summer. (whiteflowerfarm.com)
  • Tuck them among clumps of summer-flowering perennials where the Allium's withering foliage will be hidden by the expanding perennials. (whiteflowerfarm.com)
  • The Purple Sensation allium bridges the gap between spring and early summer-flowering perennials. (gardeners.com)
  • Purple Sensation's sturdy stems rise 24" to 30" high, so the flowers appear to float above the foliage of newly emerging perennials. (gardeners.com)
  • You can't do wrong by tucking Allium 'Millenium' among early-summer-blooming perennials and bulbs, slipping it into containers for the patio, and wedging it along pathways and other heavily trafficked spots. (parkseed.com)
  • Team up with lower growing perennials (herbaceous geraniums are ideal) that will mask the allium's foliage, which usually dies back before the flowers appear. (crocus.co.uk)
  • Alliums are bulbous perennials, living up to four years after planting. (gardenersworld.com)
  • To avoid seeing the faded foliage, plant alliums in amongst ornamental grasses and perennials. (gardenersworld.com)
  • A charming blend of medium-sized rounded spheres, Alliums bridge the gap between your spring bulbs and summer-flowering perennials. (bluestoneperennials.com)
  • Late blooming ornamental plants that work great with early flowering perennials. (bluestoneperennials.com)
  • These small bulbous perennials feature attractive, pale lavender, globular flowers and thin, grass-like, dark green leaves which typically grow in clumps up to 30-45 cm (12-18 inches). (honey-plants.com)
  • One of the earliest perennials to bloom, you can be picking their enchanting urn-shaped flowers in February while the rest of the garden still slumbers. (diggingdog.com)
  • The round shape of the lovely blooms will add an artistic interest when planted among other flowers, such as large leaved perennials. (naturehills.com)
  • Some ornamental alliums grow more like chives and what you plant is a clump of roots rather than bulbs. (gardeners.com)
  • Allium schoenoprasum is one of the most widely grown herbs, Chives, that make useful flowers for a border. (theseedsite.co.uk)
  • Chives, scientific name Allium schoenoprasum, are cultivated both for their culinary uses and their ornamental value. (honey-plants.com)
  • These easy-to-grow bulbs come in a broad palette of colors, heights, bloom times and flower forms. (gardeners.com)
  • With a differently available assortment of flowers, hues, height and bloom times this makes it the perfect flower for any event. (wholeblossoms.com)
  • Pot-grown plants can be enjoyed as they are while in bloom, but as the flowers fade, they should either be potted up or planted out in the garden. (crocus.co.uk)
  • With a long flowering season, they bloom for weeks on end, bridging the gap between spring and summer. (gardenersworld.com)
  • These sensational spring blends contain flower bulbs that are complementary in height and bloom in unison. (bluestoneperennials.com)
  • This page contains recent bloom logs for the plant Allium flavum (Yellow Flowering Onion). (wikiversity.org)
  • These easy-to-grow flowering bulbs come in a variety of colors, shapes, bloom times, and sizes. (naturehills.com)
  • Grow alliums in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. (gardenersworld.com)
  • For a dramatic display, grow alliums in large drifts through the border or naturalise them in your lawn. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Allium ampeloprasum belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family, which encompasses a diverse array of bulbous plants. (onlineflowergarden.com)
  • Spring Flowering Bulbs are shipped from September once they are in our warehouse. (gee-tee.co.uk)
  • Flowers and plants are the most successful and appreciated decorative resource. (becara.com)
  • Alliums are plants of exquisite beauty in both flower and leaf, with tough constitutions. (gardeners.com)
  • Alliums are drought-tolerant plants that actually prefer to be grown on the dry side. (gardeners.com)
  • It's a good idea to grow them among low-growing herbaceous plants, which hide their unsightly strappy foliage after flowering. (gardenersworld.com)
  • We're proud to add Allium mini (yes, they're the onion family of plants) to our range of cut flowers grown at our Ooty farm at 5500 feet. (trikaya.net)
  • Whether you're exploring its savory potential in the kitchen or appreciating its aesthetic appeal in the garden, Allium ampeloprasum invites you to discover its versatile charm and enjoy its unique contributions to the world of plants. (onlineflowergarden.com)
  • Excess nitrogen in the soil can cause excessive vegetative growth on plants at the expense of flower bud development. (backyardgardener.com)
  • That way, they'll show up at your door at proper planting time, and there's no chance you'll have to live another year without these beautiful, long-lasting, bee-friendly flowers in your garden. (gardeners.com)
  • Alliums are sought after for their colourful flowers and decorative seedheads, but they are also invaluable for adding structural interest to mixed planting schemes. (crocus.co.uk)
  • If you don't plant your allium bulbs by the end of November don't worry - you should be able to plant them up to the end of December without any problems, just make sure the bulbs are still firm and show no signs of mould or disease before planting (discard any that do). (gardenersworld.com)
  • You may find that a late planting means your alliums will flower later than usual in their first year, but will catch up the second year. (gardenersworld.com)
  • One of the most remarkable characteristics of allium is its ability to bring people together. (flowerflood.com)
  • On the other hand, butterflies and bees find the blooms enticing, so you'll likely attract some "mobile color" when they come to visit the flowers! (parkseed.com)
  • Allium flowers are superbly unique round blooms that consist of hundreds of tiny flowers. (wholeblossoms.com)
  • Blooms in May and June Allium is a bulbous plant with linear leaves and blooms in flowers with umbels on the top of a sturdy stem. (backyardgardener.com)
  • wide blooms assure a breathtaking summer spectacle en masse with swaths of Echinops 'Blue Glow' and Monarda 'Violet Queen' interspersed. (diggingdog.com)
  • Flower sizes range from just a few centimetres to over 20cm (8in) in diameter, while the eight of alliums can vary significantly, too. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Flowers are borne on a scape up to 50 cm in height, in a spherical to egg-shaped umbel , 1-6 cm in diameter, tightly packed with many flowers crowded together. (wikipedia.org)
  • Allium neopolitanum Cowanii are a pollinators dream! (gee-tee.co.uk)
  • The flowers are attractive to pollinators and are frequently visited by bumblebees and other types of bees. (honey-plants.com)
  • Because alliums are in the ornamental side of the onion family, they often deter deer and rodents like rabbits and chipmunks. (michiganbulb.com)
  • Prospering in a sunny well-drained site, these pest-resistant Alliums add flair to the garden, your favorite container and a fresh or dried arrangement. (diggingdog.com)
  • It's also important to think about the colour of your alliums - most allium flowers are purple but some come in shades of blue, white, yellow and pink. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Alliums are sought after for their colourful flowers and decorative seedheads, but they are also invaluable for adding. (crocus.co.uk)
  • The natural robustness and variety of colors of Alliums shine in wildflower arrangements. (wholeblossoms.com)
  • These flowers come in a variety of colors, each with its own unique meaning and symbolism. (flowerflood.com)
  • The tallest and most architectural alliums have huge, globe-shaped flowerheads on 3- to 4-foot stems. (gardeners.com)
  • Violet Beauty' lives up to its name - producing slender and elegant stems in early summer, each topped with somewhat flat-bottomed, dome-shaped clusters of violet flowers, which mix effortlessly with most shades of blue and purple. (crocus.co.uk)
  • Allium moly, native of southern Europe that forms star like flowers of a lovely shade of bright golden yellow on 12 inch stems. (backyardgardener.com)
  • The scapes (or stems) are hollow and tubular, up to 50 cm long and 2-3 mm across, with a soft texture, although, prior to the emergence of a flower, they may appear stiffer than usual. (honey-plants.com)
  • It is in leaf from October to August, in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from August to September. (pfaf.org)
  • Seed Pod Each small flower on the flower-head produces its own round, white, papery seedpod, making a chaffy, papery ball when the seeds are ripe. (theseedsite.co.uk)
  • Daffodils, tulips and crocuses are easy to find at most garden centers, but alliums are not as readily available. (gardeners.com)
  • Let allium foliage die down naturally after blooming and consider leaving the flower heads in place as they look attractive in their own right, particularly in winter. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Alliums are well suited to growing in pots but their strappy foliage can look unsightly after flowering. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Alliums produce foliage before the flowers appear. (gardenersworld.com)
  • This often means they're better suited to the middle of a border where the faded foliage will go unnoticed while the flowers put on a show. (gardenersworld.com)
  • In varying heights, shades of purple and white flowers float above the foliage and add interesting texture and shape to any garden. (bluestoneperennials.com)
  • Cut back spent flowers and allow foliage to die back naturally before removing foliage. (superseeds.com)
  • Russian botanists began collecting some of the spectacular alliums from Central Asia and introducing them to avid horticulturists through the Imperial Botanical Garden in St. Petersburg. (gardeners.com)
  • Allium 'Millenium' is a good choice for the vegetable patch and herb garden as well as more traditional "ornamental" locations. (parkseed.com)
  • At some stage in June, your garden will be a glorious affair full of scent and soft flower. (crocus.co.uk)
  • When choosing alliums to grow, think about your garden space. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Allium bulbs can be left in the garden year after year. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Light up your garden with our Solar Allium Lights! (nestandflowers.com)
  • Every evening we enjoy the romantic allium lights in our garden. (nestandflowers.com)
  • So, whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner gardener, allium is an excellent addition to any kitchen or garden. (flowerflood.com)
  • Blue alliums can be given as a gift to someone who is going through a stressful time or used to create a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere in the home or garden. (flowerflood.com)
  • This unusual color in the allium family is a must-have addition to your garden or patio pots. (americanmeadows.com)
  • Create an entire garden for a photo shoot or a single flower for a bouquet. (especiallypaper.com)
  • Alliums are sun-lovers and prefer well-drained, even sandy soil. (whiteflowerfarm.com)
  • Just give it plenty of sunshine, well-drained soil on the light side, and wait for the flowers! (parkseed.com)
  • Alliums do best in a sunny spot in a very well-drained soil. (gardenersworld.com)
  • Its ability to grow in almost any climate or soil type, coupled with its uncomplicated allium care requirements, make it easy to cultivate. (flowerflood.com)
  • Alliums grow in most any soil, as long as it is well-drained. (naturehills.com)
  • Loved by bees , alliums bear beautiful pompom flowers in shades of purple pink and white, and look fantastic when planted in large groups. (gardenersworld.com)
  • There was a time when alliums were thought of only as vegetables. (crocus.co.uk)
  • Trikaya Agriculture Pvt Ltd are leading growers of exotic or less commonly grown vegetables, fruits and flowers. (trikaya.net)
  • This flower is sure to turn heads with its 4-inch wide globes of tightly packed florets which sit at the top of a tall, thick, bare stem. (totalgreen.com)
  • Nodding buds open to light lavender flower clusters that reach 3 in. (monrovia.com)
  • In culinary use, the green stalks (scapes) and the unopened, immature flower buds are diced and used as an ingredient for omelets, fish, potatoes, soups, and many other dishes. (honey-plants.com)
  • While highly regarded for its culinary uses and ornamental value, it is important to note that in certain locations, Allium ampeloprasum is considered an invasive plant. (onlineflowergarden.com)
  • The flowers can be utilized to create a flavorful vegetable broth, enhancing the taste and aroma of culinary creations. (onlineflowergarden.com)
  • Allium ampeloprasum , with its rich diversity and adaptable nature, presents an array of culinary and ornamental possibilities. (onlineflowergarden.com)
  • In addition to their culinary uses, Allium flower also symbolize various meaning. (flowerflood.com)
  • The ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans all appreciated the culinary and medicinal properties of allium and used it in various rituals and ceremonies as a symbol of wealth and abundance. (flowerflood.com)
  • The flowers are perfect in salads while leaves are widely used as a culinary herb. (honey-plants.com)
  • Something that's often forgotten about alliums is how gorgeous they are in flower arrangements. (michiganbulb.com)
  • Alliums make excellent cut flowers, both in fresh and dried flower arrangements. (gardenersworld.com)
  • A unique allium variety with a low-growing habit adds gorgeous color and distinctive flair to front borders or feature beds. (dutchbulbs.com)