Allium Summer Drummer is a spectacular ornamental onion producing enormous globe-shaped flower heads up to 20cm in diameter. Each impressive bloom is made up of hundreds of tiny star-shaped flowers in shades of soft lilac, lavender and purple, creating a stunning architectural feature in the summer garden. Flowering during June and July, this magnificent variety reaches an impressive height of approximately 180cm, making it one of the tallest and most dramatic alliums available.

Specially selected by Taylor's for its exceptional flower size and commanding presence, Allium Summer Drummer is perfect for creating vertical interest in borders and prairie-style planting. The long-lasting blooms are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, while the decorative seed heads continue to provide structure and interest long after flowering has finished.

Key Features
✓ Giant globe-shaped flower heads up to 20cm in diameter
✓ Beautiful soft lilac and purple star-shaped flowers
✓ Flowers during June and July
✓ Impressive flowering height of approximately 180cm
✓ Excellent architectural feature for borders
✓ Highly attractive to bees and other pollinators
✓ Decorative seed heads provide lasting garden interest
✓ Ideal for fresh and dried flower arrangements

Size
✓ Flowering height: approximately 180cm (72 inches)
✓ Flower head diameter: approximately 20cm

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to December
✓ Flowers: June to July
✓ Position: full sun
✓ Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: approximately 15–20cm (6–8 inches)
✓ Spacing: approximately 20–30cm (8–12 inches) apart
✓ Suitable for borders, wildlife gardens, prairie planting and cut flower gardens

Aftercare
Allow the foliage to die back naturally before removing it, as this helps the bulb store energy for the following season. Leave the attractive seed heads in place for extended interest or cut them for dried arrangements. Grow in well-drained soil and avoid waterlogged conditions during winter. Plant in groups for maximum visual impact among grasses and summer-flowering perennials.