Violet Beauty Allium

Allium Violet Beauty blooms in late spring to early summer, with 4-6"-round, lovely, violet flowers. Sweetly fragrant, this Allium (Ornamental Onion) grows from 20-24" tall, making it perfect for perennial beds, borders or with ornamental grasses. Allium Violet Beauty is an improved variety similar to the extremely popular Purple Sensation Allium. Easy-to-grow, it’s a perfect choice where low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly, deer- and critter-resistant flowers are desired. Happy in sun to part shade locations with well-drained soil, they are ideally planted in a perennial bed where the perennial’s foliage will cover the Allium’s leaves as they die back.
Zones4 - 10
Advantages
bee-friendly
Bee Friendly
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Attract Butterflies
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Deer Resistant
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Good For Dried Flowers
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Good For Containers
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Rabbit Resistant
Light Requirements
full-sun
Full Sun
morning-sun--afternoon-shade
Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
Mature Spread 20-24" tall
Bulb Spacing9 bulbs per sq. ft.
Bloom TimeLate spring
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Item Package SizeBag of 9
SKUHC008527

USDA Hardiness Planting Zones

To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.

  • If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
  • If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).

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Violet Beauty Allium is another garden star from the Allium genus. At 20-24" it makes a great companion to other, taller Allium (Ornamental Onion) where a symphony of color can be created by varying flower heights. Plant them with ornamental grasses where they can wave in a breeze, or even in a container (if protected from hard freezing). Plant in fall, six weeks before frost and your neighbors will be amazed and delighted by the late spring show your Allium will put on. Allium are best planted in groups, 9 bulbs per square foot. They make great cut or dried flowers too and can be left standing in the garden for winter interest. These blooms are pollinator favorites, but deer, rabbits and squirrels tend to stay away. Allium are a first choice for easy gardening. Allium Violet Beauty is an improved variety similar to the extremely popular Purple Sensation Allium.  
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SKUHC008527
Common Name
Violet Beauty Ornamental Onion
Botanical Name
Allium Violet Beauty
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
Flower Color
Purple
Mature Height
20-24" tall
Bulb Spacing
9 bulbs per sq. ft.
Flower Bulb Size
12 cm
Planting Depth
Plant 6-8" deep
Bloom Time
Late spring
Advantages
Bee Friendly, Attract Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Good For Dried Flowers, Good For Containers, Rabbit Resistant
Soil Type
Average Soil, Sandy Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Soil Moisture
Waterwise, Average
Item Package Size
Bag of 9
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Planting Time
Fall
Ideal Region
Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, West, Southwest, Hot Desert, Pacific Northwest, Coastal California, Suitable Above 7000 ft
Prohibited
Idaho, Oregon, Washington
Ships To Canada
No
Planting Guides

Tips on Growing Fall Planted Flower Bulbs

When you receive your spring bulbs (tulips, daffodils, etc.) keep them in a dry, dark, cool place until ready to plant. They need air circulation so they will not collect moisture and rot. Planting times can vary from early October in the North to mid-to-late November in the southern regions. A good rule of thumb is to plant them about 6 weeks before the ground is frozen or after the first hard freeze. For more information and a planting depth illustration, see pages 14-16 of our Planting Guide.

Soil Preparation for Bulbs

A compost-enriched, well-drained soil is best. Incorporate a good quality organic compost as needed. Yum Yum Mix® is recommended as an excellent source of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium needed for strong plants and healthy roots. Mix a small amount into the bottom of the hole before planting your bulbs.

Many bulbs prefer full sun exposure. However, Muscaria, Allium, Galanthus, Hyacinthoides, Scilla and many Daffodils will tolerate partial shade and bloom well. Pink daffodils will hold their color longer if planted in dappled shade or morning sun/afternoon shade.

After planting, add a top dressing of compost or other organic material and water in thoroughly. If your winter is dry, water every three to four weeks throughout the winter and add more mulch if necessary.

Protect your Bulbs

Apply a mole or gopher repellent to the surface of the ground to protect bulbs from these burrowing mammals. As bulbs sprout, use our Deer Off Repellent to prevent deer and rabbits from browsing your spring blooms.

After your Bulbs have Bloomed

Once your bulbs have bloomed, allow the bulb foliage to brown and fade naturally since the leaves are feeding the bulb in the ground. Removal of foliage weakens the bulb and leads to fewer blooms the following year. Planting your bulbs amongst your perennials is one way to conceal the dying bulb foliage. The perennials begin to grow and fill out as the bulb foliage dies back. The perennials will then provide foliage and color in the garden from late spring through the summer and into fall. Regular fertilization with balanced organic or natural fertilizer and a re-application of mulch each fall will ensure more and more beautiful spring bulb blooms for many years!


View more Planting Guides, or download our complete Planting Guide for tips on caring for your plants when you receive your order, as well as planting instructions for Perennials, Spring-Planted Bulbs, Fall-Planted Bulbs, Cacti & Succulents, Xeric Plants and more.
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