Allium christophii
Star of Persia
Fleshy, strap-like foliage forms a mound that gives rise to a thick stalk bearing a sphere of buds in May. By mid to late May buds open to form a beefy circle of lavender bloom that lords above the foliage. Unique, showy and easy to grow!
 
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Allium christophii
Thrives in full sun. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Thrives in moist but well-drained soil. Prune off spent bloom stalk once flowers pass. Clean up dead foliage after a hard freeze.
 
»  Large purple spheres
»  Green straplike foliage
»  Showy and easy to grow
 
Size: #1
1012385
 
Category:Perennial
Hardiness Zone:4-8
Height:15-24 in
Spread:9-12 in
Bloom Color:Purple Shades
Foliage Color:Green Shades