Allium 'Silver Spring' (1 bulb) – Fragrant umbel & refined contrast ? Submitted by Van Noort
Allium 'Silver Spring' is a spectacular bulbous plant with fragrant spring flowers , rare among alliums. Its white umbel, with finely pink-edged petals and a purplish center, forms a delicate and graphic ensemble from May onwards.
Allium 'Silver Spring' for bright flowerbeds, stands out as much for its aesthetics as for its sweet and light fragrance. This variety thrives in well-drained soil , in full sun, and combines wonderfully with light perennials, grasses or other alliums. Allium 'Silver Spring' hardy and ornamental , it offers faithful flowering, excellent vase life, and structures natural scenes with subtlety. ??
?? Variety characteristics
?? Height : 70 to 90 cm
?? Exposure : Full sun
?? Hardiness : Up to -20°C
?? Pollinators : Attracts bees and pollinating insects
?? Water requirements : Low, dry to cool soil in spring
?? Ideal soil : Light, draining, sandy or stony
?? Quantity : 1 bulb
?? Planting and growing Allium 'Silver Spring'
?? When to plant?
??? From September to November, before the first frosts
?? in open ground:
?? Ideal in graphic massif, dry border or sunny scene
?? Combine with catmint, sage, foxglove or irises
?? in a pot:
?? Perfect for a large, deep, well-drained container
?? Ideal in mixture with other alliums or soft foliage
?? How to plant?
1?? Depth : 10 to 12 cm
2?? Spacing : 20 cm minimum
3?? Watering : Lightly when planting, then let dry between two rains
?? Tip : Superb as a cut flower, its delicate fragrance makes it a favorite in spring bouquets.
??Care of Allium 'Silver Spring'
?? Watering : Not necessary after flowering
?? Fertilizer : A little compost in the fall is enough
?? Size : Cut the foliage once completely dry
?? Wintering : No care required
?? Why choose Allium 'Silver Spring'?
? Flowering : White edged with pink, fragrant and melliferous
? Originality : Rare among alliums, very decorative in flowerbeds
? Use : Ideal in pots, borders, or dry gardens
? Maintenance : Hardy, self-sufficient plant, easy to succeed
? Add a touch of fragrant sweetness and spring lightness with Allium 'Silver Spring' , offered by Van Noort. A variety full of charm and finesse. ?
?? Associations : Nepeta, lavender, salvia, iris germanica or stipa tenuifolia for a soft, contrasting and lively scene. ??