Allium Karataviense is a distinctive, low-growing ornamental onion producing large, rounded heads of soft lilac-pink star-shaped flowers above broad blue-grey foliage. Flowering from May to June and reaching approximately 20cm in height, this compact variety is perfect for the front of borders, rockeries, gravel gardens and patio containers. Its attractive foliage is almost as ornamental as the blooms, creating interest long before flowering begins.

Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Allium Karataviense is an easy-to-grow, hardy bulb that attracts bees and other beneficial pollinators. Its compact habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens, while the unusual flowers also make attractive additions to cut flower arrangements.

Key Features
✓ Large rounded heads of soft lilac-pink flowers
✓ Broad decorative blue-grey foliage
✓ Compact variety ideal for smaller spaces
✓ Excellent for borders, rockeries and containers
✓ Attractive to bees and pollinators
✓ Flowers from May to June
✓ Easy to grow and fully hardy

Size
✓ Height: Approximately 20cm (8 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to December
✓ Flowers: May to June
✓ Position: Full sun
✓ Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: Approximately 20cm (8 inches)
✓ Spacing: Approximately 25cm (10 inches) apart
✓ Suitable for borders, rockeries, gravel gardens, containers and wildlife gardens

Aftercare
Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the bulbs can store energy for the following season. Leave the bulbs undisturbed in well-drained soil where they will return each spring with increasingly impressive displays.