Best alliums to grow – Allium decipiens. A dome of spiky little florets give this allium a sparkling brilliance. Also known as Star of Persia. Looks amazing coming up between larger plants and Ornamental grasses. It has an attractive glaucous grey foliage that emerges in early spring followed by long lasting large globe-like heads of lilac starry blooms, 30 cm to 50 cm in diameter. This fits your . 3 Allium decipiens. Christophii blooms in late spring to early summer and the dried seed heads last for months. Keep the soil moist until you see the first green sprouts pop up. Plant several together to create a cluster of blooms that will definitely catch Allium christophii (Allium albopilosum) Star of Persia or Persian Onion. It's a great companion with other early summer blooming flowers such as Oriental Poppies. Use the seed heads in dried flower arrangements. Allium christophii, commonly called star of Persia, is a bulbous perennial that is ornamentally grown for its spring bloom of large, spherical, pale lavender flowerheads. Beautiful curled grey-green leaves. H x S: 60cm x 20cm. Allium Christophii is also known as Star of Persia is a bulbous flower that is lavender in color and the ball of smaller flowers can reach up to 10 inches wide. An ideal choice for rock gardens or pathways where the flowers can be admired up close. 2 bulbs per bag. Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit (AGM) You will receive enough seed for at least 30+ plants. A magnificent flowering bulbous perennial for the border. Available from these sellers. Bulb size 12+cm. Noteworthy Characteristics. The leaves wither before the flowers appear in early summer. The seeds are small, so don’t bother sowing them carefully one by one. Up for bid are seeds of the Star of Persia. It makes a wonderful cut flower. Allium cristophii is a fantastic choice for sunny borders, and works well when planted in drifts with ornamental grasses and other alliums. Allium chistophii (Star Of Persia Allium) is fabulous perennial in the garden with its huge 10" diameter pink flower heads on a small growing plant. Deadhead flowers before seed sets to help control any unwanted spread. It makes a wonderful cut flower. AGM award winner. Description. The long, linear leaves die back before the blooms appear in early summer. you will need a larger quantity): 20 Gram: Sowing Rates/Trays: 6 per cell: Plug tray recommended size(s): open flats / 72: Sowing Direction: Best alliums to grow – Allium christophii. • ): 170: Gram to get 1000 plants (if sown directly into pots etc. Plants may self-seed in the garden. Allium cristophii produces striking globes of violet, star-shaped flowers in early summer. by greg17815. Allium christophii Star of Persia Seeds! 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