?? Allium azureum (10 bulbs) – Sky blue spherical flowering & structured lightness ? Offered by Van Noort
Allium azureum , also known as Allium caeruleum , is one of the rare alliums to offer a pure, bright blue bloom .
Its small, compact spheres , perched on fine stems, create a light and graphic effect , ideal for adding rhythm to a summer flowerbed , a structured border or a flower meadow .
Its flowering in June attracts a beautiful diversity of pollinators , while contrasting nicely with white or silver perennials.
Very hardy, easy to grow, it thrives in drained soil, even poor, and returns faithfully every year.
A sober, poetic and architectural allium, with a bright color that is rare in the garden . ??
?? Characteristics of Allium azureum
?? Average height : 60 to 80 cm
?? Exposure : Full sun
?? Hardiness : Zone 4 and above
?? Attracts wildlife : Yes, bees, butterflies, hoverflies
?? Water requirements : Low
?? Ideal soil : Light, drained, poor to moderately rich
?? Quantity : 10 bulbs
?? Planting and growing Allium azureum
?? When to plant? From September to November, for flowering in June
?? In open ground : Perfect in blue clumps , rhythmic borders , naturalist gardens or dry meadows . Combine with grasses , white yarrow , catmint or perennial flax .
?? In a pot : Suitable in a large, drained pot , in association with light perennials.
?? How to plant?
1?? Depth : 8 to 10 cm
2?? Spacing : 10 to 15 cm
3?? Watering : Light after planting, unnecessary afterwards
?? Maintenance of Allium azureum
?? Watering : Not necessary except in the event of prolonged drought.
?? Fertilizer : No need for healthy soil
?? Size : Let the stems dry or cut for dried flowers
?? Wintering : No care required, very hardy
?? Why choose Allium azureum?
? Rare, vivid and bright sky blue bloom
? Ideal for graphic gardens , naturalistic flowerbeds or summer borders
? Very rustic , loyal and undemanding
? Brings contrast, lightness and cool color to summer scenes
? Give your garden the freshness of pure blue with Allium azureum, offered by Van Noort — a delicate, lively and extraordinarily elegant bloom. ?
?? Pair with soft grasses , catnip , white roses or pastel yarrow for a vibrant summer scene. ??