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Allium x cristophii 'Purple Rain'
A beautiful allium, like Allium cristophii in shape with airy sparkler flowers, but in a richer, deeper colour – this is truly fabulous. More
| 15 bulbs 261488-15 | £7.95 |
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| 30 bulbs 261488-30 | £14.95 |
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Or buy this as part of our New Allium Collection and Parham Allium Collection.
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A beautiful allium, like A. cristophii in shape with airy sparkler flowers, but in a richer, deeper colour – this is truly fabulous.
| Genus | Allium |
| Group/Species | x cristophii |
| Variety | Purple Rain |
| Type | Hardy Perennial Bulb |
| Common Name | Ornamental onion |
| Border Position | Middle |
| Bulb Size |
12/+ For more info on bulb sizes, click here. |
| Soil Type | Chalky, Fertile, Sandy |
| Site | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Well-drained |
| Height | 90-120cm (36-47in) |
| Spacing | Plant 15cm (6in) deep, 20cm (8in) apart. |
| Care Tips | Remember these are very perennial so plant them somewhere permanent. Removing the tatty foliage doesn't appear to affect the bulbs. Add grit on heavy soils. |
| Flowering | May - June |
| Vase Life | Add a drop of bleach to the water to minimise the oniony smell or change the water regularly. They will look good for up to 2 weeks without rearranging. |
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- Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
- Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
- Flowers/Harvest
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How to plant and grow allium bulbs
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