Planting numbers for bulbs in borders
A handy guide for how many alliums, narcissi, tulips, snowdrops and other bulbs to plant in your plot.
3 bulbs 261061-3 | £8.95 |
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6 bulbs 261061-6 | £15.95 |
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More and more I've come to love white alliums and so it appears have many garden designers. They were all over The Chelsea Flower Show 2016, with 'White Giant' a new and excellent variety.
Genus | Allium |
Variety | White Giant |
Type | Hardy perennial bulb |
Common Name | Ornamental onion |
Border Position | Back, Middle |
Bulb Size |
20/+ For more info on bulb sizes, click here. |
Soil Type | Chalky, Fertile, Neutral, Sandy |
Scent | Unscented |
Site | Full Sun |
Moisture | Well-drained |
Height | 1.5m (5ft) |
Spacing | Plant 15cm (6in) deep, 20cm (8in) apart. |
Sowing, Seeds, Planting | October - November |
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 |
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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A handy guide for how many alliums, narcissi, tulips, snowdrops and other bulbs to plant in your plot.
Sarah's top tips on how to plant and grow allium bulbs for fantastic flowers in the garden or vase.
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