Allium ‘Universe’ offers massive spheres up to and sometimes larger than 8 inches across - as big as a beach volleyball!
Description:
Ornamental onions offer intriguing spherical or egg-shaped inflorescences comprised of hundreds of tiny flowers. ‘Universe’ offers massive spheres up to and sometimes larger than 8 inches across - as big as a beach volleyball! It is sure to make a statement with its silvery purple florets on stems to 2-3 feet tall. Attracts pollinators, especially bees.
Common Name: Ornamental Onion - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-8
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: Purple
Secondary Bloom Colour: Purple
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Dry, Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Bees, Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat:
Award: AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Miscellaneous - Garden Origin
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