Ornamental Onion 'Buzzing Beauties' – 60 flower bulbs (bulb size 6/7)

Ornamental onion 'Buzzing Beauties' blooms in mixed colours from June through July. With 60 bulbs in this pack, you will cover approximately 1.5 m². Ornamental onions bear round flower heads on tall stems and are a popular source of nectar for bees and butterflies. Use them in borders among perennials, in gravel gardens and large pots; the spent bulbs remain decorative. Bulb size 6/7 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 'Buzzing Beauties'
• Quantity: 60 bulbs
• Bulb size: 6/7
• Flower colour: mixed colours
• Flowering period: June–July
• Planting time: September to November
• Planting depth: 8–10 cm
• Plant spacing: approx. 15 cm (enough for approximately 1.5 m²)
• Position: sun
• Winter hardiness: hardy
• Pets: toxic to cats and dogs

Planting and care

Plant the bulbs 8–10 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 conceal the foliage. Also read our tips on watering and the correct position.