Allium 'Mount Everest'

Allium 'Mount Everest': The Snowy Peak of the Border

Elevate your garden design with the sophisticated Allium 'Mount Everest'. As the name suggests, this tall, majestic variety is topped with large, spherical blooms of pure, glistening white, measuring up to 15 cm (6 inches) across. Often considered the white counterpart to the famous 'Globemaster' or 'Gladiator', Mount Everest stands tall on strong, sturdy stems that hold the heavy flower heads upright even in breezy conditions. Its crisp white colour brings a sense of calm and light to the garden, acting as a perfect foil for colourful perennials and adding a touch of modern elegance to any planting scheme.

• Architectural Height: Reaching heights of over a metre, these are perfect for adding vertical interest and structure to the back of a border.

• Luminous Colour: The snowy white florets have a green centre (eye), giving the bloom a fresh, clean look that glows beautifully in the twilight.

• Long-Lasting: The blooms remain pristine for weeks in the garden and have an exceptional vase life as a cut flower.

• Pollinator Friendly: Like its purple relatives, it produces nectar that is irresistible to bees and butterflies, supporting local wildlife.

Gardener's Tip: Masking the Leaves

The foliage of tall alliums like 'Mount Everest' often begins to yellow before the flower is fully open. To maintain a perfect display, plant these bulbs in the middle of a border behind bushy, mid-height perennials such as Hostas or Ferns. The perennials will grow up to cover the fading leaves, leaving only the pristine white flower heads floating above the greenery.

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