Aptly named, Allium ‘Medusa’ (Ornamental Allium) is a bulbous perennial boasting profuse, 2-inch rounded clusters (5 cm), packed with amethyst-purple flowers. Blooming from late summer to early fall, they open from nodding buds that look like snakes at the tips of the stems, just like Medusa hair. Borne on sturdy stems, the blossoms seem to float above the low foliage mound of twisting and curling, gray-green leaves. The foliage has a slight onion scent when bruised. Rich in nectar, the flowers attract bees and butterflies. They make excellent cut flowers. Easy to grow, carefree, deer and rabbit resistant, this Allium selection is a charming addition to the rock or herb garden
Hundreds of Allium species exist, but only a few have made a name for themselves as garden plants. The ornamental onions distinguish themselves by their remarkable diversity in color, inflorescence, and flowering height. Many species bloom in early summer – just after the spring-flowering period and just before the exuberant full bloom of summer. Certain small species are just perfect for a rock garden, and several lend themselves to naturalizing. All species can be used in the border.
| Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 10 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs |
| Plant Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Allium |
| Common names | Onion, Ornamental Onion |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 10 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs |
| Plant Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Allium |
| Common names | Onion, Ornamental Onion |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
How many Allium ‘Medusa’ (Ornamental Allium) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Allium ‘Medusa’ (Ornamental Allium) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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