Allium nevskianum
Allium nevskianum is a rare species with large pink flowers atop pairs of blue leaves.
Allium nevskianum is a rare species with lush, pink flowers in April and May, and gorgeous, blue paired leaves. It makes an excellent, well behaved groundcover, with larger flowers and longer leaves than other members of this group. Well suited to our coastal climate, it prefers consistent moisture while in growth and tolerates summer drought. Few plants can offer the unique flower forms of ornamental onions.
Common Name: Turkestan Onion - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-8
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 8-12"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Dry, Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits: Butterflies Bees
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: With rare exception, Alliums are native to the Northern hemisphere, particularly in Asia and the eastern Mediterranean. Most enjoy sun and dry, well drained mineral soils.
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