Add a splash of rich purple to your borders with Allium 'Purple Rain' bulbs. This ornamental allium produces large, rounded flower heads made up of dozens of small purple blooms, held on tall stems above the surrounding plants.
Flowering in late spring and early summer, Allium 'Purple Rain' works particularly well planted through perennial borders or in groups where its distinctive flower heads can really stand out. The flowers are also a favourite with bees and other pollinators, bringing plenty of activity to the garden.
Plant the bulbs in autumn in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Once planted, they're easy to look after and will come back year after year in the right conditions. The dried flower heads can also be left in place after flowering for a bit of extra structure.
A great choice if you want something colourful, easy to grow and a little different in your spring garden.
Plant genus Allium
Common Name Allium Purple Rain
Plant type Bulbs
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Soil acidity Any Soil
Planting aspect East Facing, South Facing, West Facing
Flower colour Purple
Leaf colour Green
Growth Rate Moderate
Planting Companion Salvia, Lavender, Nepeta, Echinacea, Ornamental Grasses
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water thoroughly after planting. Once established, bulbs planted in the ground generally only need additional watering during prolonged dry periods.
Best Growing Conditions Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Ideal for mixed borders, gravel gardens and containers, where the large purple flower heads add height and structure.
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Allium 'Purple Rain' Spring Bulbs
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Add a splash of rich purple to your borders with Allium 'Purple Rain' bulbs. This ornamental allium produces large, rounded flower heads made up of dozens of small purple blooms, held on tall stems above the surrounding plants.
Flowering in late spring and early summer, Allium 'Purple Rain' works particularly well planted through perennial borders or in groups where its distinctive flower heads can really stand out. The flowers are also a favourite with bees and other pollinators, bringing plenty of activity to the garden.
Plant the bulbs in autumn in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Once planted, they're easy to look after and will come back year after year in the right conditions. The dried flower heads can also be left in place after flowering for a bit of extra structure.
A great choice if you want something colourful, easy to grow and a little different in your spring garden.
Plant genus Allium
Common Name Allium Purple Rain
Plant type Bulbs
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Soil acidity Any Soil
Planting aspect East Facing, South Facing, West Facing
Flower colour Purple
Leaf colour Green
Growth Rate Moderate
Planting Companion Salvia, Lavender, Nepeta, Echinacea, Ornamental Grasses
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water thoroughly after planting. Once established, bulbs planted in the ground generally only need additional watering during prolonged dry periods.
Best Growing Conditions Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Ideal for mixed borders, gravel gardens and containers, where the large purple flower heads add height and structure.
Christmas Tree Delivery
FREE on all Pot Grown Trees (2.5ft & over)
*Mainland UK only
*Northern Ireland delivery unavailable
Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Evri
£4.99 on orders under £40
FREE on orders over £40
*Mainland UK only
Next Working Day Delivery - Evri
£6.99 on orders under £70
FREE on orders over £70
Order by 1pm Mon-Fri
Premium Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Royal Mail
For customers who prefer an alternative carrier, Royal Mail is offered as a premium alternative to our standard Evri service.
£7.99 on all orders
Premium Next Working Day Delivery - Royal Mail
£8.99 on all orders
*Mainland UK only
Northern Ireland & Islands Delivery (2-5 working days)
£5.99 for all orders
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