See more Bulbs
Allium gladiator Flower bulb, Pack of 2
Was €4 €2
€
0.90
Save €3.10
Checking availability...
Product details
Product information
Allium gladiator is one of the best loved bulbs for spring and summer. It produces stems with lollipop-shaped flower heads made up of hundreds of tiny purple flowers. This allium is best planted at back of borders or containers
- Soil moisture: Well drained, Soil pH: Neutral
- Flowering period: May-June, Planting period: August-December
- Dig soil improver and bone meal into the planting hole before planting. In heavy clay soils add horticultural grit to the bottom of the planting hole Top dress with a general purpose plant food as the last flowers fade. Allow foliage to die down naturally. Flowering results improve each year
- Green star claim - Plants can help to support wildlife in your garden. *
Features and benefits
- Late Spring Colour
- Flowers year after year
- These plants supports pollinating insects such as bees, butterflies, moths and hoverflies. These insects can gather essential nutrients from the pollen in these plants, fertilising flowers as they do so. Pollination is essential for many plants to reproduce.
- Attracts pollinators
- Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
Specifications
Pack quantity | 2 |
---|---|
Attracts pollinators | Attracts pollinators |
Colour group | Purple |
Eventual growth height | 1500mm |
Eventual growth spread | 150mm |
Flower colour | Purple |
Flowering period | May-June |
Scented | Unscented |
Instructions for storage | Store in a cool, dry place |
Latin name | Allium Gladiator |
Planting period | Aug-Dec |
Variety | Gladiator |
Watering instructions | Water well in dry spells |
Edible | Inedible |
Product code | 3663602469155 |