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Allium nigrum

Allium nigrum

Amazing alliums are just the ticket when livening up sunny spots in the summer landscape. Allium nigrum, features highly distinctive bloom clusters of white flowers with deep green eyes. Each well-formed 5.5-6" orb sits atop a sturdy, 24-32" stem that makes a wonderful showing in borders, beds and bouquets. Site them in full sun and well-drained soil and they'll reward the happy homeowners with plenty of dependably showy blooms that are quite unique. Alliums are tolerant of many soil types, resistant to deer and easy to grow. They naturalize nicely, reliably reappearing year after year with renewed vigor. The flowers are a favorite of pollinators.
  • Hardiness Zones 3-8
  • Mature Height 24 - 32 inches
  • Bloom Time Late Spring (May)
  • Light Requirements Full Sun
  • Deer Resistant
  • Cut Flower
  • Attracts Pollinators

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Botanical Name: Allium nigrum

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  • Restricted States US:

    AE AK GU HI ID PR VI WA

  • Botanical Name:

    Allium nigrum

  • Ship As:

    Bulb

  • Size:

    12 CM+

  • Suggested Uses:

    Borders, Bouquets, Cut Flowers, Dried Flowers, Perennializing, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator

  • Flower Color:

    Green, White

  • Flower Form:

    A 5 to 6" umbel with numerous flowers

  • Foliage Type:

    Linear and narrow strap-like

  • Mature Spread:

    9 inches

  • Spacing:

    12 - 15 inches

Growing Tips

  • Planting Instructions:

    6" deep and 12 - 15" apart

  • Soil Moisture:

    Well drained

  • Will Tolerate:

    Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil

  • Pruning Instructions:

    None, let foliage die back naturally to store up energy to produce next year's blooms.

  • Winter Care:

    In colder areas mulch is advisable

  • Planting Depth:

    6" deep

  • Watering Requirements:

    Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater

  • Fertilization Requirements:

    Once per year in spring

  • Special Care:

    Not needed

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