Allium cyathophorum var farreri

Description

Allium cyathophorum var. farreri

Allium cyathophorum var. farreri is an elegant ornamental onion native to western China. This delightful bulbous perennial reaches heights of 15-30cm, making it ideal for rock gardens, alpine troughs, or the front of borders. The plant produces nodding, bell-shaped flowers in late summer, typically displaying rich wine-red to deep purple blooms held gracefully on slender stems above clumps of narrow, grassy foliage.

Culturally, this allium thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, particularly favouring gritty or sandy conditions. It is fully hardy in the UK, tolerating temperatures down to -15°C. he species is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally to replenish the bulbs. Propagate by division of bulb clumps in autumn or from seed. Excellent for naturalising and attracting pollinators to the garden.