Allium christophii

Star of Persia, Persian Onion

Family: Amaryllidaceae Amaryllis


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 8B
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Pink, purple
Bloom time Late Spring to Mid Summer
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Border, ground cover, massing
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 5" to 7" / 10cm to 20cm
Growth rate Slow
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Naturalizing