Allium senescens
Ornamental Onion
Description
This perennial will grow 4-24" and produces red or pink flowers that bloom in spring or summer. It is a native to Europe and Siberia and prefers well-drained, ordinary garden soil.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
An easy water-wise improvement in lawn areas is to change high output spray sprinkler nozzles to low-flow rotators.
You'll have less runoff and be less likely to apply more water than is needed.