Allium 'Aflatuense Purple Sensation' (Ornamental Onion) – Tall Purple Globe Flowering Allium (Bag of 25 Bulbs)

Allium 'Aflatuense Purple Sensation', also known as the purple sensation ornamental onion, is one of the most popular ornamental alliums for deep violet-purple globe flowers on tall, sturdy stems. You receive 25 dry bulbs in a bag, ready to plant. They are not growing plants.

The photos show the flowers in bloom.

Each bulb produces one large, rounded flowerhead in a rich purple-violet, held well above the border in late spring to early summer. The strap-like, grey-green leaves fade as the flowers open, so plant it among other perennials that will cover the gap. The tall stems are good for cutting, and the flowers attract bees and other pollinators. Planted in generous drifts, it suits borders, gravel gardens, prairie-style planting and cottage gardens, and it also grows well in pots.

Is it hardy? Yes, it is fully hardy and can be left in the ground all year. Plant the dry bulbs in autumn, between September and November, about three times the depth of the bulb's diameter and 10-15cm apart, in full sun. Choose well-drained soil, because alliums dislike sitting in wet ground. Water in after planting, and let the foliage die back naturally after flowering to feed the bulb for next year.

Bulbs are harmful if eaten. Keep away from children and pets.

Cultural Information

• Common Name: Purple Sensation Allium, Ornamental Onion
• Botanical Name: Allium spp.
• Fully Grown Height and Spread: Approx. 80-100cm tall and 10-15cm wide
• Growth Habit: Upright, with a single tall stem topped by a spherical flowerhead
• Perfect For: Borders, gravel gardens, cottage gardens, prairie planting, cut flowers
• Planting Time: September to November
• Planting Depth: Approximately three times the diameter of the bulb
• Flowering Time: Spring into early summer (May to June)
• Flower Colour: Deep violet-purple, spherical globe flowerheads
• Planting Position: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Hardiness: Fully hardy