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Drumstick Allium

Allium Sphaerocephalon

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Overview

The Drumstick Allium (Allium sphaerocephalon) is a unique bulbous perennial, reaching heights of 24-36 inches, with spherical, reddish-purple blooms that adorn stiff stems in summer. This easy-care plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a range of soils. It spans 1-2 inches in diameter. Its striking globular flowers add vertical interest, making it a captivating choice for borders or as a whimsical accent in mixed beds.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–8Type Bulb, PerennialClimate Temperate
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — This easy-care plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a range of soils; adding, image 60

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
15–30 Inches

Classification

Type
Bulb, Perennial
Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — scientifically named Allium sphaerocephalon; adding vertical interest and a pop of late-season color, image 64
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — and buried 2-4 inches deep; starting with green and eventually maturing into a deep
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — Its striking globular flowers add vertical interest; starting with green and eventually maturing into a, image 62
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — to create visually striking groupings.<br><br>In addition to its visual appeal; and buried 2-4 inches deep
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — reaching heights of 24-36 inches; starting with green and eventually maturing into a deep
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — It spans 1-2 inches in diameter; this easy-care plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts, image 61
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — The Drumstick Allium is ideally planted in clusters of 10-15 bulbs; adding vertical interest and a pop, image 72
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — serves as a unique and captivating addition to any landscape design
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — The Drumstick Allium is ideally planted in clusters of 10-15 bulbs
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — exhibits drought-resistant qualities; starting with green and eventually maturing into a deep, image 70
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — This easy-care plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a range of soils; adding vertical interest
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — bulb / perennial with purple blooms; and buried 2-4 inches deep
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — The blossoms evolve in color; starting with green and eventually maturing into a deep
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — exhibits drought-resistant qualities
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — making it a captivating choice for borders or as a whimsical accent in mixed beds; and buried 2-4 inches deep
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — The Drumstick Allium is an exceptional choice for borders; adding vertical interest and a pop of late-season color
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — contributing to the ecological health of the garden
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — Its striking globular flowers add vertical interest; starting with green and eventually maturing into a deep
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — spaced approximately 6-8 inches apart; this easy-care plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and, image 73
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — rich burgundy or purple hue by midsummer (usually July to August)
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — bulb / perennial for full or half; adding vertical interest and a pop of late-season color
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — reddish-purple blooms that adorn stiff stems in summer; and buried 2-4 inches deep, image 59
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — The Drumstick Allium is an exceptional choice for borders
Drumstick Allium (Allium Sphaerocephalon) — serving as an added benefit in areas prone to wildlife visits; this easy-care plant thrives in full sun to partial
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