Allium tanguticum
Also Known As
- Lavender Globe Lily
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-15"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Allium tanguticum plant details
Allium tanguticum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Allium tanguticum
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Allium tanguticum
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Allium tanguticum plant
How to Grow Allium tanguticum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- lavender
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-18"
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- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 6"-15"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-20"
Width: 2"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 2"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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