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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

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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Photos (125)

Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — It demonstrates good drought resistance once established, making it a hardy choice for many landscapes, image 124
Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — Their greyish-green foliage forms a clump at the base; plant Allium bulgaricum in clusters or drifts, image 123
Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — sturdy stems that can rise to a stately height of 24 to 36 inches, image 122
Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — These nodding blooms provide an exquisite contrast against the straight; while remaining resistant to deer, image 121
Ornamental Onion (Allium Bulgaricum) — adorned with a greenish or burgundy eye; bulb for full or half, image 120

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