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 | Heritage Perennial Profile |
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| Plant Number: 1.032.230 | USDA Zone: 3 - 9 |
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 | Allium senescens var. glaucum |
 | Common name : Pink Curly Onion |
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| This is a charming little Ornamental Onion, perfect for the sunny rock garden, for edging, or in tubs and alpine troughs. Plants form a low clump of greyish-green grassy foliage, arranged in a sweeping spiral effect. Short stems of bright pink globe-shaped flower heads appear in late summer. Drought tolerant once established. Very easy, and always invites attention. Attractive to butterflies. Plants are easily divided in the spring.
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Appearance |
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Sun Exposure Full Sun Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal Sandy Clay
Soil pH Neutral Alkaline Acid
Soil Moisture Average Dry Moist
Care Level Easy
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Flower Colour Deep Pink
Blooming Time Late Summer Early Fall
Foliage Color Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Edging
Flower Head Size Small
Height 15-20 cm 6-8 inches
Spread 20-30 cm 8-12 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Slow
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