Allium Sphaerocephalon (Drumsticks) Bulbs

We can’t recommend these bulbs enough. If you were to start a garden from scratch these would be near the top of the list to plant in autumn. 

Reasons to buy Allium Drumsticks

• A small bulb, pearl-like in appearance, they are cheap compared to most other alliums. But that doesn’t diminish their appeal. You can buy a large quantity of these bulbs for maximum effect.
• They may also be a smaller flower than some of the most impressive alliums, but again, the effect of these flowers is very different. About the size of an egg, the head of the allium begins with an oval shape. Reminiscent of a drumstick tip. A clear division between the bottom flowers in green and the top three quarters in a strong purple, is in itself a pretty feature.
• As the allium matures the flowers begin to open up and the tight oval shape begins to loosen up. You won't’ believe how long these flowers last. One of the later spring alliums, Sphaerocephalon flowers well into summer.
• Whilst it is in bloom it will become a favourite landing spot for all pollinators. Standing to 60 or 70 cm high, they are an uninvasive addition to the maturing summer perennials. Gently swaying on strong but fine stems.
• An immediately recognisable flower, you can find them in most gardens during early summer. Either as a formal addition of height or planted sparingly in wild cottage gardens. You can even fill a pot with them for a unique patio performance. 
• The bulbs will reappear for a number of years but will want replenishing every couple of years to maintain their numbers. 
• You do not need to deadhead allium flowers.
• Leave the bulbs in the ground

Plant them about 10cm deep, the extra depth will help anchor the tall stems. A well draining but moist soil is favourable. Alliums do not like sitting in water drenched soil. Position in a sunny spot in the garden.