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Allium amethystinum 'Red Mohican'
Also Known As
- Red Mohican Ornamental Onion
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 24"-48"
- W: 4"-8"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Allium amethystinum 'Red Mohican' plant details
Allium amethystinum 'Red Mohican' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer magenta 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. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Allium amethystinum 'Red Mohican'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 24 IN - 48 IN - tall
- Flowers: magenta blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Allium amethystinum 'Red Mohican'
- 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
Garden photo gallery of Allium amethystinum 'Red Mohican'
By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.
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How to Grow Allium amethystinum 'Red Mohican'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Zones
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