Allium flavum subsp. tauricum [Colour Mix]

Also Known As

Ornamental Onion

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 2"-8"

planting zones

4a-10b

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Allium flavum subsp. tauricum [Colour Mix] plant details

Allium flavum subsp. tauricum [Colour Mix] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring apricot, cream, orange, pink, salmon and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Allium flavum subsp. tauricum [Colour Mix]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 IN - 8 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot, cream, orange, pink, salmon and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Allium flavum subsp. tauricum [Colour Mix]

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A small easily grown evergreen species bearing pompom like flowers in a charming array of soft yellows, muted oranges and off whites. Forming tight clumps of dark glossy green to grey grassy leaves of varying height, it will happily grow in any well drained spot that is not too exposed. If your lucky it will even self seed providing further variations in colour and form.