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Allium neapolitanum

Family Alliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 40 cm (8 - 16 in)
Spread 8 - 30 cm (3 - 12 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Allium neapolitanum (naples flowering onion) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early summer. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and fragrant. Allium neapolitanum (naples flowering onion) has stems that are fragrant. A specimen plant, Allium neapolitanum (naples flowering onion) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, cut flowers, edging and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Allium neapolitanum tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer. This "bulb, corm or tuber" attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
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.