{"product_id":"taylors-bulbs-christophii-allium-bulbs-7pck","title":"Taylors Bulbs Christophii Allium Bulbs – 7pck","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllium Cristophii Bulbs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllium Cristophii, also known as Star of Persia, produces large rounded flower heads made up of many small purple star shaped blooms. The flower heads can reach up to around 20cm across, giving sunny borders and mixed planting a strong architectural look in June and July.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing to around 50cm tall, this allium works well dotted through beds and borders where the flower heads can rise between other plants. The sturdy stems are also useful for cut flower arrangements, and the dried golden seed heads can be left in place for structure after flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant from September to November in fertile, well drained soil, in full sun. Space the bulbs around 20cm apart and plant them around 15cm deep to give the flower heads room to develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 Allium Cristophii bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAlso known as Star of Persia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eLarge spherical purple flower heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eStar shaped individual flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFlower heads can reach up to around 20cm across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFlowers from June to July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eGrows to around 50cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFully hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eGood for sunny beds and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eSuitable as cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eDecorative golden seed heads after flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions and Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct: Allium Cristophii Bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eNumber of Bulbs: 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFlower Colour: Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFoliage Colour: Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFlowering Time: June to July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eApproximate Height: 50cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eApproximate Flower Head Size: Up to 20cm across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eHardiness: Fully hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003ePlanting Time: September, October, November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003ePlanting Depth: 15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eBulb Spacing: 20cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003ePosition: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eSoil Type: Fertile, well drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eSuitable For: Beds, borders, mixed planting and cut flower displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eSpecial Features: Large flower heads, long lasting structure and decorative seed heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should I plant Allium Cristophii bulbs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant them from September to November, before the ground becomes too hard or frozen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen do they flower?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey usually flower from June to July.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow tall does Allium Cristophii grow?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt grows to around 50cm tall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow large are the flower heads?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rounded flower heads can reach up to around 20cm across.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use them as cut flowers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, the flowers can be cut for arrangements, and the seed heads can also be dried for longer lasting displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere should I plant them?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a sunny position with fertile, well drained soil. They work especially well dotted through beds and borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58877392093568,"sku":"027790","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2527\/6328\/files\/Screenshot_7-9-2026_102231_chatgpt.com.jpg?v=1788772963","url":"https:\/\/www.trowellgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/taylors-bulbs-christophii-allium-bulbs-7pck","provider":"Trowell Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}