This one has to be seen to be believed; a volleyball sized, loose, spidery, rose/purple flower filled with star shaped florets-each on stalks unequal in length; looks a bit like a bizarre spaceship with many antennas; a late spring bloomer that is suitable for forcing.
General Description: Alliums or as they are also called ornamental onions perform beautifully, blooming late spring through early summer; they add a different, spectacular or architectural dimension to the garden; many suitable for Heirloom gardens and sunny, well-drained meadow; also wonderful cut and dried flowers; Plant 1 bulb per sq. ft.
Clusters of purple flowers forming a globe
Stunning gigantic blooms up to 12-15" across
Bloom Time: Late spring
Mature Height: 16-20" tall. Zones 4-10. Bulb size: 14/+ cm