Planting numbers for bulbs in borders
A handy guide for how many alliums, narcissi, tulips, snowdrops and other bulbs to plant in your plot.
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Allium cernuum
Allium cernuum are easy bulbs which are like a delicate chandelier – beautiful. One bulb quickly forms a large clump with many flower spikes, so – as with snowdrops – you can lift and divide. More
| 10 bulbs 260509-10 | £9.95 |
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| 20 bulbs 260509-20 | £17.95 |
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Allium cernuum are easy bulbs which are like a delicate chandelier – beautiful. One bulb quickly forms a large clump with many flower spikes, so – as with snowdrops – you can lift and divide.
| Genus | Allium |
| Group/Species | cernuum |
| Type | Hardy Perennial Bulb |
| Common Name | Ornamental onion |
| Border Position | Middle |
| Bulb Size | I |
| Soil Type | Chalky, Fertile, Sandy |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Site | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Well-drained |
| Height | 50cm (20in) |
| Spacing | Plant 10-15cm (4-6in) deep, 10-15cm (4-6in) 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 | June - July |
| 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. |
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
- Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
- Flowers/Harvest
Advice
How to plant and grow allium bulbs
Sarah's top tips on how to plant and grow allium bulbs for fantastic flowers in the garden or vase.
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