Allium elatum Allium macleanii

ABOUT
A. macleanii is a bulbous perennial with strappy leaves and erect stems to 1m tall bearing spherical umbels up to 7cm across densely packed with small, purple flowers in late spring and early summer
Plant Info
Care
Common Problems
About this plant
Names
Family
Alliaceae
Common names
Allium elatum
Toxicity
Bulbs may cause skin irritation. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H5
Light
Full Sun
Pruning
No pruning required
Soil
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Cut Flowers Flower borders and beds Cottage & Informal Garden
Propogation
Propagate by seed or remove offsets in autumn
Pests
Generally pest free
Diseases
Onion white rot and a downy mildew may occur
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