Ornamental Onion 'Pinball Wizard' – 16 flower bulbs (size 18/20)

Ornamental onion 'Pinball Wizard' flowers in purple from May through June. With 16 bulbs in this package, you will cover approximately 1 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, gravel gardens, and large pots; the spent bulbs remain decorative. Bulb size 18/20 indicates how many centimeters 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 'Pinball Wizard'
• Quantity: 16 bulbs
• Bulb size: 18/20
• Flower colour: purple
• Flowering period: May–June
• Planting time: September through November
• Planting depth: 15–20 cm
• Plant spacing: approx. 25 cm (enough for approximately 1 m²)
• Location: sun
• Winter hardiness: hardy
• Pets: toxic to cats and dogs

Planting and care

Plant the bulbs 15–20 cm deep with the point facing up, 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. Also check out our range of potting soil & tools to plant your bulbs properly.