Flowering onions are typically, white, pink or purple flowered. Some flowers are tiny clusters and others large globes. Blooms late spring-early summer Popular for there ease of care. Its aromatic foliage also makes it deer and rabbit resistant.
Allium hybrid 'Millenium'
Ornamental Onion
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- Large rosy purple globes on sturdy stems, deep green, strappy foliage
- Sterile hybrid, does not spread by seed
- Great grown amongst low growing perennials like Cranesbill
- Flowers attract butterflies
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Long Blooming
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Alliums grow best in full sun and require well-drained soil. Prefers locations where the soil is on the dry side during summer dormancy.
Height: 15-20 in
Spread: 10-15 in
Spacing: 15-20 in
Price Level 1: $13.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Lavender
Zone: 5-8
Price Level 2: 4 for $50~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Container
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
- Rock Garden
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Allium
Common Name: Flowering onion
Flowering onions are typically, white, pink or purple flowered. Some flowers are tiny clusters and others large globes. Blooms late spring-early summer Popular for there ease of care. Its aromatic foliage also makes it deer and rabbit resistant.