Allium Atropurpureum

With it’s stunning colour of deep purple-red flowers and its spherical shape growing up to 50cm tall, this will look striking planted on its own or amongst lighter colours. Native to Hungary, the Balkans and Turkey this allium likes sunlight and well-drained soil. They are quite drought tolerant but water them during dry spells.

Planting Instructions

When to Plant:
Plant in autumn (September to November) before the first hard frost.

Where to Plant:
Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil. Alliums dislike sitting in wet soil over winter.

How to Plant:

• Depth: Plant bulbs 10–15 cm deep.
• Spacing: Space bulbs 10–15 cm apart.
• Position: Place the pointed end of the bulb facing upwards.

Care Tips:

• Water well after planting, then only during prolonged dry spells.
• Leave foliage to die back naturally after flowering to feed the bulb for next year.
• Suitable for borders, gravel gardens, and cutting.

Plant Details

Flowering Time:

Late spring to early summer (May to June).

Height:

Typically reaches 20–50 cm tall.

Hardy