What does allium look like when it starts to grow

Know when to plant allium bulbs and you can enjoy a spectacular floral display for years to come. With their tall, slender stems topped with pompom blooms, these architectural beauties, look fantastic weaving through beds of herbaceous perennials and as a focal point in pots.

Plus, even when their flowers fade, the star-laden seedheads add elegant structure to planting right through winter.

Ranging from a delicate 8 inches high (20cm) up to a magnificent 47 inches (1.2m) there are around 260 species of allium to choose from.

Flowers come in practically every shade of purple as well as yellow and white plus they are also adored by bees and butterflies as a valuable source of nectar.

Reaching their best during May and June, these spring bulbs need to be planted in fall, so they can enjoy a cold dormant period before shooting in early spring.

Find out exactly when to plant bulbs – specifically allium – for the best results along with expert tips.

When to plant allium bulbs

Planting bulbs in fall is key to a spring show. 

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