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Allium schoenoprasum
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A hardy perennial herb with thin tubular foliage and pink-purple pompom flowers reaching 30-40cm. Leaves and flowers are both edible with a delicate onion flavour. Very easy to grow and reseeds readily.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H5 (Hardy -10°C)
Size
📏 0.3-0.4m tall
Flowers
🌸 April-June
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| Retailer | Delivery | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Crocus | £6.99 standard delivery Free over £50 | Search at CrocusOpens retailer search page |
| Thompson & Morgan | £5.99 standard delivery Free over £45 | Search at Thompson & MorganOpens retailer search page |
| Paramount Plants | £12.99 standard delivery Free over £150 | Search at Paramount PlantsOpens retailer search page |
| Kelways | £5.95 standard delivery Free over £50 | Search at KelwaysOpens retailer search page |
| Claire Austin Hardy Plants | £6.95 standard delivery Free over £60 | Search at Claire Austin Hardy PlantsOpens retailer search page |
Thompson & Morgan
Delivery: £5.99 standard delivery(Free over £45)
Paramount Plants
Delivery: £12.99 standard delivery(Free over £150)
Claire Austin Hardy Plants
Delivery: £6.95 standard delivery(Free over £60)
Plant Information
About this plant
A hardy perennial herb with thin tubular foliage and pink-purple pompom flowers reaching 30-40cm. Leaves and flowers are both edible with a delicate onion flavour. Very easy to grow and reseeds readily.
Latin Name
Allium schoenoprasum
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Hardiness Zone
H5
Care Level
easy
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
April-June
Mature Height
0.3-0.4m