Allium - Cristophii

Also known as Star of Persia. Huge globes of small, star-shaped, pinkish-purple flowers appear in summer above narrow, grey-green leaves. In bloom these fabulous globes - up to 20 cm (8in) in diameter - have a metallic sheen. The faded flower heads hold up well in the border and are useful for dried flower arrangements.

Bulb Size: 14 / 16

Flowering: Spring

Height: 50 cm

Colour: Deep Violet - Purple