Allium Schubertii is a truly extraordinary ornamental allium, prized for its dramatic firework-like flower heads that create a spectacular focal point in any garden. Flowering from late May into early June, each giant bloom is made up of hundreds of delicate star-shaped lilac-purple flowers carried on radiating stems, giving the appearance of an exploding firework. Despite its impressive flower size, it grows to a compact height of around 40cm, making it perfect for the front of borders, rockeries and containers.

This distinctive variety brings exceptional architectural interest to the garden and is equally stunning once the flowers fade, as the decorative seed heads remain attractive for months. A favourite with pollinators, Allium Schubertii thrives in sunny, well-drained positions and combines beautifully with ornamental grasses and late spring perennials.

Key Features
✓ Unique firework-shaped flower heads
✓ Large architectural blooms on compact stems
✓ Soft lilac-purple star-shaped flowers
✓ Flowers from late May to early June
✓ Flowering height of approximately 40cm
✓ Excellent for borders, gravel gardens and containers
✓ Attractive to bees and other pollinators
✓ Decorative seed heads provide lasting interest
✓ RHS Plants for Pollinators

Size
✓ Flowering height: approximately 40cm (16 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to December
✓ Flowers: Late May to early June
✓ Position: full sun
✓ Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: approximately 15cm (6 inches)
✓ Spacing: approximately 20cm (8 inches) apart
✓ Ideal for borders, rockeries, gravel gardens and containers

Aftercare
Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the bulbs can store energy for the following season. Leave the striking seed heads in place to provide architectural interest or cut them for long-lasting dried arrangements.