Attractive plant, flowers for about 4 weeks, with 5cm lavender pink globes. Tolerant of frost and dry weather. Usually dormant during winter. A member of the onion family, crushed foliage smells like onions. Shelter from strong winds.
- Pot Size
- 14cm
- PBR
- No
- Native/Exotic
- Native
- Habit
- Forms clumps
- Height
- 30
- Width
- 40
- Foliage
- Thick, glossy green foliage
- Flower
- Globe-shaped, rose-pink flowers
- Flowering Time
- Spring and summer
- Position
- Full sun, in a warm spot
- Cultural Notes
- Attracts pollinating insects. plant in well-drained soil in a sunny position. add lime and compost before planting to give them a good start for growth. protect from slugs and snails.