Allium Gladiator is a spectacular giant ornamental onion producing enormous globe-shaped flower heads packed with hundreds of soft violet-purple star-shaped florets. Flowering from May to June and reaching approximately 125cm in height, this award-winning variety creates a dramatic focal point in borders and planting schemes. Its impressive blooms attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators, bringing colour and wildlife into the garden.

Ideal for sunny borders and cottage gardens, Allium Gladiator thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and combines beautifully with ornamental grasses and herbaceous perennials. The long-lasting flower heads are also superb for cutting or drying, providing architectural interest long after flowering has finished.

Key Features
✓ Huge globe-shaped violet-purple flower heads
✓ Excellent for attracting bees and butterflies
✓ Outstanding architectural feature for borders
✓ Ideal for cottage gardens and feature planting
✓ Superb as a fresh or dried cut flower
✓ Flowers from May to June
✓ Hardy and easy to grow

Size
✓ Height: Approximately 125cm (50 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to December
✓ Flowers: May to June
✓ Position: Full sun
✓ Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: Approximately 15cm (6 inches)
✓ Spacing: Approximately 25cm (10 inches) apart
✓ Suitable for borders, wildlife gardens, cottage gardens and cut flower displays

Aftercare
Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the bulbs can store energy for the following season. Leave the attractive seed heads standing to provide lasting architectural interest or cut them for dried flower arrangements.