Allium 'Atropurpureum'

Allium 'Atropurpureum' - The Dark Jewel of the Summer Garden

Add a touch of dramatic elegance to your borders with the Allium 'Atropurpureum'. Known as one of the darkest alliums available, it is prized for its intense, deep wine-red to purple colour and its distinctive semi-spherical shape. Unlike the perfectly round 'Purple Sensation', this variety features a flat-bottomed flower head that sits atop tall, slender stems, creating a striking architectural silhouette. Blooming in late spring, it is the perfect bridge plant, offering long-lasting colour that fills the "June Gap" between the fading of spring bulbs and the arrival of summer perennials. It is also a magnet for bees and pollinators, bringing life and movement to your garden.

• Dramatic Colour: The florets are a rich maroon-purple with a dark centre, providing a sophisticated contrast against lighter green foliage or silver-leaved plants.
• Pollinator Friendly: The open, starry florets are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, making this an essential choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
• Pest Resistant: While pollinators love them, deer and rabbits tend to avoid them due to their faint onion scent, making them a safe bet for open gardens.
• Superb Cut Flower: With their strong stems and long vase life, these make for dramatic floral arrangements, both fresh and dried.

Gardener's Tip: Hiding the Foliage

Like many Alliums, the leaves of the 'Atropurpureum' can begin to wither and turn yellow just as the flower reaches its peak beauty. To keep your display looking pristine, plant these bulbs behind lower-growing perennials (such as Hardy Geraniums, Alchemilla Mollis, or Lavender). The perennials will grow up to hide the fading leaves at the base, leaving the stunning dark purple flower heads to float elegantly above.

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