Allium Party Balloons
ALLIUM PARTY BALLOONS Allium 'Party Balloons' brings a whimsical touch to your garden in mid-spring with its nearly perfect orbs of pretty, pinkish-p…
ALLIUM PARTY BALLOONS
Allium 'Party Balloons' brings a whimsical touch to your garden in mid-spring with its nearly perfect orbs of pretty, pinkish-purple florets. The flower heads grow to an impressive 8 inches wide, closely resembling festive balloons atop tall, straight stems. What makes is more special is its ability to produce 3 flowers per bulb . Blooming in June and reaching a height of 50 cm, 'Party Balloons' is sure to add a fun and eye-catching element to your garden beds and borders.
Key Features:
- Whimsical Appearance: Large, nearly perfect orbs of pinkish-purple florets.
- Festive Look: Flower heads resemble festive balloons atop tall stems.
- Flowering Time: June
- Height: 50 cm
- Flower Diameter: 8 inches
Planting & Care Instructions for Allium 'Party Balloons':
- Planting Time: Plant bulbs in autumn for spectacular blooms in mid to late spring.
- Soil Type: Prefers well-drained soil; amend with compost to improve fertility.
- Depth and Spacing: Plant bulbs approximately 15 cm deep and 20-25 cm apart to allow for full growth.
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of sunlight per day.
- Fertilisation: Apply Mr Middleton Seaweed feed at planting time and in early spring as new growth appears to support strong and vibrant blooms.
Care for Allium 'Party Balloons':
- Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new growth and maintain plant health.
- Allow leaves to die back naturally; this helps the bulbs store energy for the next growing season.
Add the whimsical and festive Allium 'Party Balloons' to your garden for a delightful mid-spring display. Perfect for garden beds and borders, this Allium variety will captivate with its large, balloon-like flower heads and vibrant colour.
Buy Allium 'Party Balloons' bulbs today and enjoy their fun and festive beauty in your garden. Ideal for creating a playful and eye-catching spring display.