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    Allium carinatum ssp. pulchellum

    Also Known As

    • Allium pulchellum
    • Keeled Garlic

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 12"-30"
    • W: 4"-8"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Allium carinatum ssp. pulchellum plant details

    Allium carinatum ssp. pulchellum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer purple 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. 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 carinatum ssp. pulchellum

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: amaryllidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 12 IN - 30 IN - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in summer
    Uses: border plant, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Allium carinatum ssp. pulchellum

    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

    Allium carinatum ssp. pulchellum is a unique and rare species with flower heads like fireworks of rosy-purple florets. Retains its colour when dried. Few plants can offer the unique flower forms of ornamental onions. Every garden should have Alliums. Plant in multiples of 3, 5, 7 or more. Don't fret when foliage starts to die back just before flowering. It's normal. Just trim the leaves.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    A mid-Summer bloomer with very flowing deep pink flowers. 12" -24" tall. Perfect for mid border in full sun to part shade. Will seed in to make a dramatic colony.

    By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

    Gardening facts about Allium carinatum ssp. pulchellum plant

    How to Grow Allium carinatum ssp. pulchellum

    • 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

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Height: 18"-24"

    Width: 12"-18"

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    • regular - drought tolerant
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    Zones

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    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 6"-12"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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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
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    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 2"-18"

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
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