Allium Nigrum

The Allium Nigrum is a white ornamental onion which is semi spherical. This Allium flowers in May to June and can become up to 70cm high.

Allium is the botanical name for ornamental onions. Allium means 'sharp', which is very appropriate because of the flavour onions give to dishes. The Allium is a special appearance in the garden and insects, butterflies and bees love the many flowers of the Allium.

Alliums are versatile plants that work well in just about any planting scheme. Pair them with grasses in your cottage garden for a loose, romantic feel during summer time. There are a huge variety of alliums to choose from; ranging in colour, height and size of bloom.

They prefer to be grown in the sheltered semi shaded areas of the garden in a well-drained, fertile soil.