Allium 'schubertii'

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Allium 'Hair' is a unique hybrid of Allium vineale, commonly known as Crow Garlic, which is often considered a weed in lawns.

Prepare for a botanical firework display! Allium schubertii is one of nature's most spectacular and architectural creations. It produces an enormous flower head, up to a foot wide, with an explosive, open structure. The bloom consists of dozens of tiny, pinkish-purple, star-like florets, each borne on a pedicel of a dramatically different length. Some are short, clustered at the center, while others radiate outwards on long stems, creating a stunning, starburst effect. When the flowers fade, the resulting seed head is an even more impressive architectural skeleton that looks like a tumbleweed. It is a sensational centerpiece for a gravel garden or sunny border and makes an absolutely magnificent dried flower that will last for years.

Botanical name Allium schubertii
Flower colour Pinkish-purple, explosive firework-like head
Bulb size 14/+ cm
Established height 30-50 cm
Established spread 20-30 cm
Plant spacing 15-20 bulbs per m²
Leaf colour Grey-green
Habit Low, spreading
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully hardy
Years to establish 1st year
Sunlight Full sun
Position Sheltered
Suitable for Gravel gardens, Borders, Dried flowers
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Free draining
Soil type Loam, Sandy, Chalky
RHS Award (AGM) Yes
Growing skill Easy to grow
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant Yes

Where to Plant:

This is a plant that demands to be a star attraction, so choose its position carefully. A location in full sun with exceptionally well-drained, even gritty, soil is essential to allow it to thrive and bake during the summer. It is perfect for a gravel garden or as a dramatic statement piece at the very front of a border. Its short stem produces an enormous, explosive flower head of starry, pinkish-purple florets, creating a truly spectacular firework-like effect that needs space to be fully appreciated.

How to Plant:

Plant the large bulbs in the autumn, from September to November. Position the bulb with the pointed tip facing up, at a depth of about 15-20cm. The most critical factor is spacing; the colossal flower heads can reach 30cm or more in diameter, so you must space the bulbs at least 40-50cm apart to prevent them from crashing into each other. Even a single bulb will create a fantastic feature, but planting a small, well-spaced group creates an unforgettable scene.

Aftercare:

The strap-like foliage will often begin to yellow and wither as the flower develops; this is normal. Allow it to die back completely to feed the bulb for next year. The main event for many gardeners is what happens after the flower fades. The enormous, architectural seed head that remains is magnificent. It can be left in the garden for months of structural interest or cut, dried, and used as a spectacular, long-lasting indoor decoration. It is drought-tolerant and requires no extra watering.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Attracts wildlife

Drought tolerant

Low maintenance

RHS Award (AGM)

Allium 'schubertii' - Harding & Bloom

Allium 'schubertii'

£7.69

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Arrived quickly and well-packaged. Planted them in some pots on the patio and they all came up. Look beautiful. Thank you!

Careane Wallace

Oxfordshire, UK

The bulbs arrived beautifully packaged and you could just tell they were excellent quality. We had the most wonderful display of daffodils this spring on our patio. Simply stunning. Will definitely be ordering again

David P

Kent, UK

I ordered the mixed hyacinth collection and the scent in my garden this April was absolutely heavenly. Every single bulb produced a strong, beautiful flower and the colours were stunning together. A fantastic purchase, I'll be back for more next year!

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Somerset