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Allium schubertii
Allium schubertii
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$7.98
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This Allium adds a new dimension with fine-line explosions of color. A rich rosy pink / purple in a fireball of bloom.
About the Alliums. Every family has its beauties. And yes, these are the best-looking members of the family of Allium, which includes onions, leeks and chives. (The word, Allium, means 'onion' in Latin.) Many Allium species are native to Iran, where many tulips also originate, and the edible Alliums have been cultivated and a staple of diets for over 10,000 years.
The beauty of the small lavender flowerheads of chives have always been a decorative highlight in herb gardens. But in recent years, gardeners have become fascinated with the larger Alliums, particular the giants. As always, the Dutch hybridizers took them into their stocks, and now we have a whole group of beautiful new flowering onions for gardens. Most bloom in late spring so they bridge the gap nicely between the tulip season and early summer bloom of peonies and poppies.
Experienced gardeners plant these giant Alliums in groups of several bulbs, set very close together. The foliage is not attractive for long, so it's important to plant them next to other perennials whose foliage will more or less cover the Allium's base. This way, the wonderful flower stalks rise up and tower over the other flowers for a wonderful period of bloom.
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Overall rating: 4.5789475 / 5 from 19 reviews.
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Snails got them
"I planted these in the ground in my front yard. They were coming up great and were starting to get stalks and then snails came and completely destroyed them. I was so disappointed, but I know that had nothing to do with the quality of the bulbs, so I still gave 5 stars. Next time I'll try a container."
Shuberti's Allium
"In border garden. Large and attractive"
Allium looks like fireworks!!
"I love the that bulbs require little fussing once established and the wildlife wont eat these allium. I have plenty of seeds and berries for birds but leave these plants for us humans."
Only 2 of the 6 bulbs came up this spring.
"The flowers were ok, but the seed head is spectacular. American Meadows reimbursed me for the bulbs that did not sprout, but I am unlikely to purchase this item again."
Outstandingly beautiful
"I love this so much am ordering more!"
This is my favorite plant ever.
"This plant is a show stopper, people marvel over it's uniqueness."
Definitely want more of these!
"The only thing I'm wondering about is that they are mostly less than half the height it looks like they should be. Is that common for the first year? If not, what do you suggest? Thanks! Susan Fox"
Giving this another try
"Bulb rotted in the ground over the winter but American Meadows stood behind their product and will replace the two I bought. Great customer service. No argument or hassle."
Awesome & Unique
"Such a cool plant"
Disappointing
"I planted 6 bulbs last fall and they all came up. But when we had a light frost in March, I covered them but three of them wilted and died. The other three looked okay but now (4 weeks later) they are wilting. They are planted correctly, watered and fertilized. I can't seem to figure out what is wrong."