{"product_id":"taylors-bulbs-spaerocephalon-allium-bulbs-30pck","title":"Taylors Bulbs Spaerocephalon Allium Bulbs – 30pck","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllium Sphaerocephalon Bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllium Sphaerocephalon is a tall, late flowering allium with oval flower heads that start as light green buds before maturing into deep claret blackcurrant tones. The slim stems and rounded flower heads give borders, gravel gardens and perennial planting a light, upright structure through July and August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing to around 90cm tall, this allium is useful for adding height without taking up much ground space. It works well planted in drifts, scattered through sunny borders, grown in pots, or mixed through rock gardens and open planting areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant from September to October in moist but well drained soil, in full sun. The flowers are also excellent for cutting, and the variety has received the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit for reliable garden performance.\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\u003e30 Allium Sphaerocephalon bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAlso known as Drumstick Allium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eOval flower heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eLight green buds mature to deep claret blackcurrant tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFlowers from July to August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eGrows to around 90cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eEstablished spread of around 8cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eBest for full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eGood for borders, flower beds, gravel gardens and rock gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eSuitable for pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eExcellent cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eRecipient of the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit\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 Sphaerocephalon Bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eNumber of Bulbs: 30\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFlower Colour: Claret blackcurrant coloured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFlowering Time: July to August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eApproximate Height: 90cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eApproximate Spread: 8cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003ePlanting Time: September and October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003ePosition: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eSoil Type: Moist, well drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eSuitable For: Borders, flower beds, gravel gardens, rock gardens, open planting areas and sunny patio pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eCut Flower Use: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eSpecial Features: Suitable for pots, excellent cut flowers, Award of Garden Merit\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 Sphaerocephalon bulbs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant them in September or October, while the soil is still workable.\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 flower later than many other alliums, usually from July to August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow tall do they grow?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey grow to around 90cm tall, with slim upright stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat colour are the flowers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flower heads start green and mature into deep claret blackcurrant shades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I grow them in pots?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, they can be grown in sunny pots, as long as the compost drains well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre they good for cutting?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, Allium Sphaerocephalon makes an excellent cut flower and adds height and shape to vase arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58790737215872,"sku":"001132","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2527\/6328\/files\/0d769e32-taylors-bulbs-allium-sphaerocephalon-product-image.webp?v=1787836766","url":"https:\/\/www.trowellgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/taylors-bulbs-spaerocephalon-allium-bulbs-30pck","provider":"Trowell Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}