USDA: 4a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H1 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Spread
30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral
Description
The "bulb, corm or tuber" Allium hollandicum (Dutch ornamental onion) bears showy and faded purple flowers during early summer to late summer. The foliage is showy, matte, aromatic and medium in texture. Allium hollandicum (Dutch ornamental onion) has stems that are aromatic. A specimen plant, Allium hollandicum (Dutch ornamental onion) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, border, cut flowers, dried flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics
Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Allium hollandicum . Allium hollandicum is tolerant of drought.
Cautions
Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
