Allium oreophilum - ceapa decorativa

Allium oreophilum, grows 2 to 8 inches tall and blooms in dainty heads of pinkish purple flowers. Blooms in June. Allium is a bulbous plant with linear leaves and blooms in flowers with umbels on the top of a sturdy stem. Several of the species have foliage which is unpleasant smelling. They will not release their smell unless they are walked on.

Characteristics

Cultivar:	n/a
Family:	Liliaceae
Size:	Height: 0.17 ft. to 0.67 ft. Width: 0 ft. to 0 ft.
Plant Category:	annuals and biennials, bulbous plants, ground covers, landscape, perennials,
Plant Characteristics:	columnar, dwarf, edible flowers, low maintenance, seed start, spreading,
Foliage Characteristics:	fragrant, medium leaves,
Foliage Color:	green,
Flower Characteristics:	erect, horizontal, long lasting, showy, unusual,
Flower Color:	pinks, purples,
Tolerances:	deer, rabbits,

 

Requirements

Bloomtime Range:	Early Summer to Early Summer
USDA Hardiness Zone:	4 to 9
AHS Heat Zone:	Not defined for this plant
Light Range:	Part Shade to Part Sun
pH Range:	6.5 to 7.5
Soil Range:	Sandy Loam to Loam
Water Range:	Normal to Moist