Allium

Allium – structure and elegance in one flower

Allium, also known as ornamental onion, is a striking spring bloomer with spherical flower heads consisting of dozens of small star-shaped flowers. These unique flowers appear on long, upright stems and add architectural value to any garden or border. The most popular varieties, such as Allium ‘Purple Sensation’, ‘Globemaster’ and ‘Mount Everest’, are real eye-catchers due to their size and intensity of colour.

Allium usually blooms in late spring to early summer and provides a perfect transition between spring and summer flowers. Alliums are also very attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies and are an excellent choice for natural gardens or bee-friendly borders. The flowers are also popular as dried flowers.

Application:

• Gardens with a modern or natural look

• Cut flowers and dried flowers

• Combination with perennials such as salvia, geranium and ornamental grasses

• Suitable for parks, public gardens and landscape design
   

Our Allium bulbs – quality from the Netherlands

Holland Bulb Market supplies a wide range of Allium bulbs, in various heights, flower diameters and colours. We select our bulbs for their abundance of flowers, uniformity and suitability for both garden and professional use.

Allium requires little maintenance and is completely winter hardy. The bulbs are planted in the autumn and flower the following spring or early summer. They require a well-drained, rather dry soil and a sunny location. Their low susceptibility to disease also makes them suitable for sustainable cultivation.

We support our customers with:

• Advice on variety combinations and planting density

• Large availability of popular varieties

• Deliveries tailored to the export season and regional preferences

Seasonal information

• Planting season:Autumn (September – December)

• Flowering: May – June

• Category: Spring flower

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Climate:

  • Fully winter hardy

  • Suitable for temperate to cold climates