Drumstick Allium

Drumstick allium is a fall-planted bulb grown for its eye-catching flower heads.

In late June and July, the flower heads appear, each composed of many tiny, reddish-purple flowers on long, upright stalks. The flower heads are about the size and shape of an egg. The thin leaves are hardly noticeable.

Plant in groups of 10 or more amongst other perennial flowers for a striking effect.

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Drumstick Allium

Drumstick allium is a fall-planted bulb grown for its eye-catching flower heads.

In late June and July, the flower heads appear, each composed of many tiny, reddish-purple flowers on long, upright stalks. The flower heads are about the size and shape of an egg. The thin leaves are hardly noticeable.

Plant in groups of 10 or more amongst other perennial flowers for a striking effect.

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Allium sphaerocephalon

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Pronunciation

AL-ee-um sfay-ro-SEF-uh-lon

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Mature Height

2 to 3 ft.

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Mature Spread

4 to 6 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

reddish purple

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Bloom time

July

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

Europe

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 4-8

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Elevation Limit

not specified

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