Allium Bulbs (Tall) - Aflatunense Out For Season

out for season

Perennial; Grows up to 20-30 Inches
Early Summer Blooming, Easy to Grow, Deer Resistant, Purple Flowers
Prefers Sun/Partial Shade

Availability & Turnaround Time

All seeds are shipped year-round, while flower bulbs are shipped on a seasonal basis. Typical turnaround times for in-stock items is between 2 – 5 business days.

Category	Shipping Period
All Seeds:
Zones 2 – 10	Year-Round
Spring Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Warmest Regions First):
Zones 8 – 10	Mid March
Zones 7	Late March-Early April
Zones 6	Early-Mid April
Zones 5	Mid-Late April
Zones 2 – 4	Late April-Early May
Fall Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Coldest Regions First):*
Zones 2-4	Mid September
Zones 5	Mid-Late September
Zones 6	Late September
Zones 7	Late September - Early October
Zones 8-10	Early October

We try our utmost to maintain reliable inventory of all products, and are very proud of our record in doing so. However, as we are a company engaged in what Mother Nature provides, we do sometimes experience shortages and crop failures beyond our control. If, for any reason, we are required to backorder any portion of your order, rest assured we will keep you apprised of updated shipping information and/or any other options that may satisfy your needs and wishes.

Product Description

The Allium 'aflatunenense', is a fall planted ornamental onion bulb with tightly packed round clusters of purple flowers atop of a tall, thick, bare stem. The low growing foliage turns down as the plant blooms, showcasing the blooming lilac globes blooms. Allium aflatunenense are great for both the garden, and as fresh or dried cut flower arrangements. The blooms are pleasantly fragrant and they look great planted in clusters in the garden or in pots.

Fast Facts

Name:	Aflatunense - Tall Allium
Botanical Name:	Allium
Life Cycle:	Perennial
Bulb/Tuber Size:	12+ cm Circumference
Color:	Lilac Flowers
Planting Season:	Fall
Bloom Season:	May - June
Height at Maturity:	20" - 30"
Bloom Size:	4" - 6"
Planting Depth:	6" Deep
Light Requirement:	Sun / Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones:	4 - 9
Ships:	Fall

Planting Instructions

Planting Allium Bulbs - How to Grow Allium Bulbs

Alliums are essentially blooming onions – no, not the ones you might find in your local chain restaurant, but rather, flowering bulbs that compliment any late spring garden. Unlike more common fall planted/spring blooming bulbs such as tulips and daffodils, the allium is a curiosity that is sure to impress and inspire for years to come. Also known as ornamental onions, Allium is ideal for making color and height combinations in the border. Most alliums flower in June, just after the real spring flowerers, and before most summer flowers comes into bloom. They therefore form an indispensable perennial that keeps the border in flower well into the year.

When to Plant your Allium Bulbs:

Plant allium bulbs in the fall for late spring and early summer bloom.

Where to Plant your Allium Bulbs:

Allium bulbs are easy to plant. Like most flower bulbs, they prefer full sun, but will also thrive in partially shaded locations. Given both sun and a good drainage, they will reappear year after year. Their slim, vertical shape means that most take up very little ground space, while adding accents to a blowsy planting scheme.

How to Plant your Allium Bulbs:

In most cases, you will want to fertilize your allium bulb planting site with bulb food to ensure that the bulbs are properly established. For best results, we recommend planting your allium bulbs just over twice as deep as the height of the bulb and about 5 or 6 inches apart. When planting, make sure that the bulbs are planted with the pointy end up. Make sure that you water your allium bulbs sufficiently after planting. Allium bulbs are versatile and are hardy in most climates. Allium bulbs can also be planted successfully indoors.

How to Care for your Allium Bulbs:

Congested clumps can be lifted and divided - straight after flowering, if necessary. Dead-head before the seeds disperse if you want to avoid seedlings.
Planting Video