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Allium senescens 'Pink Planet'
Also Known As
- Pink Planet Allium
- Pink Planet Ornamental Onion
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 8"-18"
- W: 15"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Allium senescens 'Pink Planet' plant details
Allium senescens 'Pink Planet' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Allium senescens 'Pink Planet'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue
- Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, long-blooming, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Allium senescens 'Pink Planet'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Allium senescens 'Pink Planet'
By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.
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How to Grow Allium senescens 'Pink Planet'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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