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Allium Cristophii | Star Of Persia
Allium Cristophii | Star Of Persia

Allium Cristophii | Star Of Persia

Allium cristophii | Star of Persia (syn. Allium christophii) |

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SKU: BU30000409
5 × bulbs
£4.49
Available to order from autumn
10 + 5 FREE bulbs
£8.98
Available to order from autumn
2 litre pot | 3 per pot
£18.99
Available to order from late spring
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Pot size guide

Delivery options

Bulbs (only) £4.99

Overview

Huge globes of small, star-shaped, pinkish-purple flowers appear in summer above narrow, grey-green leaves. In bloom these fabulous globes - up to 20cm (8in) in diameter - have a metallic sheen. The faded flowerheads hold up well in the border and are useful for dried flower arrangements. Perfect for a sunny site, dotted in small groups among ornamental grasses, or as part of a Mediterranean scheme. Alliums look best planted between medium-sized herbaceous plants, which help to mask the strap-like leaves, which fade by the time the flowers appear.

Care guide

Split and divide large clumps in autumn or spring.

Specifications

  • Position: full sun
  • Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
  • Rate of growth: average
  • Flowering period: June to July
  • Hardiness: fully hardy
    • Eventual Height:0.6m
    • Eventual Spread: Less than 0.3m
    • Toxicity: TOXIC to pets if eaten

Warning

Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten

How your order will arrive

Pots and Packaging
Larger pots (2L and above) are wrapped in waxed paper and then attached to a cardboard base so they stay stable in the box. The waxed paper prevents the compost from spilling out and gives the base some added protection from damp compost. For large numbers of plants, pallets may be used for shipping.

Preparation
The nursery will ensure the plant is moist while it's waiting to be picked up. Our quality control team waters the plant before packing them where necessary to make sure that the plant is suitably watered for transport. Plants with long delicate stems are secured with canes to prevent damage.

Plant on Arrival
Typically plants are delivered ready to plant and will take some time to settle, grow and look more like the product image above.

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