Ornamental Mix 'Purple-White' – 320 flower bulbs (bulb size 10/12)

Plant these 320 bulbs of Ornamental Onion 'Purple-White' from September through November, and you will enjoy purple and white flowers from May through June. Ornamental onions bear round flower heads on tall stems and are a popular source of nectar for bees and butterflies. Suitable for borders among perennials, gravel gardens and large pots; the spent bulbs remain decorative. Bulb size 10/12 indicates how many centimetres the bulbs measure in circumference; a larger bulb contains more reserves for flowering.

Characteristics

• Indoor or outdoor: Outdoor plant – for garden, balcony and terrace
• Botanical name: Allium 'Purple-White'
• Quantity: 320 bulbs
• Bulb size: 10/12
• Flower colour: purple and white
• Flowering period: May–June
• Planting time: September through November
• Planting depth: 10–15 cm
• Planting distance: approx. 15 cm (enough for about 7 m²)
• Location: sun
• Hardiness: hardy
• Pets: toxic to cats and dogs

Planting and care

Plant the bulbs 10–15 cm deep with the tip facing upwards, in well-drained soil. The leaves of the ornamental onion often yellow during flowering. Plant perennials in front of them, such as geraniums or lavender, to hide the foliage from view. Read more about the right location in our guide on locations.