Allium christophii – star of Persia – Amaryllidaceae family

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Class summary: Not as tall as some allium but huge form (volleyball). Can’t self seed – too wet in winter. Five chamber capsule that germinate. Novelty form.

Site: Best in dry sunny areas of the garden. Like sandy, gravelly dry soils. Form clumps over time. Purple flowers bloom in May. Zone 4-8. 2 feet tall.

Aesthetic notes: Interesting spherical shape. Size is uncanny and could be a playful accent to gardens or landscapes.

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