DESCRIPTION: Allium ‘Gladiator’ 🌟 is a striking hybrid allium that has won the hearts of gardeners since its introduction in the 1980s. This impressive plant combines the best traits of Allium hollandicum and other Asian species, resulting in a tall and robust perennial that adds both height and elegance to any garden. Growing to about 100 to 120 centimetres tall, it produces large, spherical flower heads that bloom in late spring to early summer, usually around May or June, filling the space with vibrant purple hues that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies 🐝🦋. Thriving best in full sun ☀️, Allium ‘Gladiator’ prefers well-drained soil to avoid bulb rot and ensure healthy growth. Though it can be grown from seed, the germination process is quite slow, often taking several weeks, so most gardeners choose to plant bulbs in the autumn season for reliable flowering. The sturdy stems stand tall even in windy conditions, and after the flowers fade, the dried seed heads can remain as architectural garden features for some time. With its combination of beauty, strength, and relatively low maintenance, Allium ‘Gladiator’ is an excellent choice for adding dramatic vertical interest and long-lasting color to borders, mixed beds, or even large containers.

STRIKING FEATURES: The inflorescence has a spherical shape, slightly open. Diameter: 15–20 cm, composed of hundreds of star-shaped flowers. Colour: violet-purple with silvery reflections, with a slight lavender shade. Floral stems are single, long and sturdy, upright and slightly grooved. Stem: Height: 120–150 cm. Colour: light green, rigid and stable even in windy conditions. Leaves: Basal, strap-shaped and glaucous green, up to 50 cm long. They tend to dry out during or just before flowering.

HOW TO GROW: It withstands temperatures down to -25°C. Exposure: Prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial shade, although flowering may be less vigorous. Soil: Requires well-drained soil, slightly sandy or chalky. It does not tolerate waterlogging, which can cause bulb rot. Planting: Period: between October and December (before the first frosts). Depth: 15–20 cm. Distance between bulbs: at least 25 cm. Maintenance: Allow the foliage to dry completely before removing it. The bulbs can be left in the ground for years.

USAGE: Excellent when planted in groups of 5 or more for a dramatic effect. Ideal as a structural plant in mixed borders. Pairs very well with Nepeta (catmint), Lavender, Salvia nemorosa, Pennisetum (ornamental grasses), Peonies, and Irises. Also great as a cut flower, it has a long vase life (up to 2 weeks in water) and is often used in modern floral arrangements.

PACKAGE: The package contains 1 bulb of Allium ‘Gladiator’. The bulbs have a circumference of 20/+ cm (about 7 cm in diameter). The packaging features a beautiful illustrative photo and includes planting and flowering information, making it an excellent gift idea.

SELECTION AND QUALITY: The bulbs come with a phytosanitary passport and undergo a strict quality control process to ensure splendid blooms from the first year.

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