Allium Purple Rain produces Large, ball-shaped flower heads of hundreds of star-shaped purple blooms on tall stems. Perfect for adding height and colour to garden beds and borders, and excellent for long-lasting cut flowers.

Allium Purple Rain

Botanical name - Allium macleanii × christophii

Position - Grows best in full sun to part shade.

Climate - Prefers Mediterranean to temperate conditions. Drought tolerant once established and able to withstand temperatures down to -15°C. Requires a cold winter dormancy period for reliable flowering. Not available in Tasmania.

Planting time - Autumn to winter.

Watering - Water well after planting and during active growth and flowering. Reduce watering after flowering, as bulbs may rot in wet soil.

Flowering time - Spring.

Fertilising - Incorporate a complete granular fertiliser or well-rotted manure into the soil before planting. Apply a complete fertiliser as flower buds begin to develop.

Soil - Well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH.

Pests - Generally pest resistant due to the natural sulphur compounds produced by the plant.

Growing Tips - Plant in groups for the best display. Alliums can remain undisturbed for many years and should only be lifted and divided when overcrowded. Lift bulbs just after flowering and store in a cool, dry place if required. Alliums multiply slowly and generally perform best in garden beds rather than pots. Flowers emerge as the foliage begins to die back.

Availability: Not available in Tasmania.