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Allium christophii

Family Alliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Allium christophii (christoph's onion) bears showy and faded purple flowers during early summer. The matte foliage is medium green and greyish green in colour, medium in texture and aromatic. Allium christophii (christoph's onion) has stems that are fragrant.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border and cut flowers.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Allium christophii .
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.