Santa Rosa Gardens

Allium 'Purple Sensation' will produce beautiful round purple flowers which sit atop of tall stems. They are great for ornamental value and also used for cut flower purposes. Fragrant blooms make this a wonderful addition to the garden. Plant in groups of ten or more for an eye catching focal point. Allium Purple Sensation is perfect in containers, mass plantings, borders, and cut flowers. These plants are considered to be rabbit, squirrel, and deer resistant. Allium Purple Sensation has a bloom period of about 3 weeks and they bloom in late spring to early summer.

Alliums are an excellent source of nectar for butterflies and bees, making them great plants for attracting beneficial insects into the garden. Allium is a wonderful addition to any flower arrangement, but be sure to cut the flower stem only. Make final stem cut under very warm water. It is important for the foliage to remain on the plant so it can provide the food necessary for the bulb to bloom next year. When foliage has turned yellow or brown, the plant can be safely cut back. Plant allium in the fall, but be aware that different varieties have different blooming times. Larger alliums bloom in summer while smaller varieties are spring bloomers. When selecting your bulbs be sure to check for height, color and blooming time appropriate for your garden needs.