Ornamental Onion

Allium Bulgaricum

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Overview

Allium bulgaricum, commonly known as Ornamental Onion, presents bell-shaped flowers in a subtle white-cream with a hint of pink-purple, elegantly drooping from 24-36 inch tall stems. This hardy perennial enjoys full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it adds vertical interest to borders and is a magnet for pollinators, while remaining resistant to deer and most pests.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Climate Temperate

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — commonly known as Ornamental Onion

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — commonly referred to as Ornamental Onion

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — while remaining resistant to deer and most pests

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — commonly known as Ornamental Onion

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — Blooming in late spring to early summer

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — This hardy perennial enjoys full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — elegantly drooping from 24-36 inch tall stems

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 24–30 Inches

Classification

Family: Amaryllidaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — it adds vertical interest to borders and is a magnet for pollinators

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — commonly referred to as Ornamental Onion

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — while remaining resistant to deer and most pests

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — commonly known as Ornamental Onion

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — Blooming in late spring to early summer

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — This hardy perennial enjoys full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — elegantly drooping from 24-36 inch tall stems

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — presents bell-shaped flowers in a subtle white-cream with a hint of pink-purple

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — adds an enchanting vertical accent and a distinctive architectural element to your garden

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — It demonstrates good drought resistance once established, making it a hardy choice for many landscapes

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — Their greyish-green foliage forms a clump at the base

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — sturdy stems that can rise to a stately height of 24 to 36 inches

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — These nodding blooms provide an exquisite contrast against the straight

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — adorned with a greenish or burgundy eye

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — creamy-white to soft pink flowers

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — which unfurl to reveal a chandelier of bell-shaped blossoms

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — Allium bulgaricum is suitable for a variety of uses

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — It's remarkably attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — yet resistant to deer and other herbivores due to its onion-like scent.<br><br>For optimal visual impact

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — plant Allium bulgaricum in clusters or drifts

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — With its low-maintenance demeanor

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — As a rule of thumb, space the bulbs approximately 6 to 8 inches apart at a depth of about 3 inches

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — This will ensure a full, robust display that can be enjoyed year after year

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — elegantly drooping from 24-36 inch tall stems; allium bulgaricum is suitable for a variety of uses

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