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Allium: Growing and Care
09.11.2023 13:56
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:22
Allium is an ornamental onion, which is considered the closest relative of garlic and onions.
Perennial plants have been used by flower growers lately.
They amaze with the variety of colors and splendor of flower balls. Onions bloom for up to 3 weeks.
Where is the best place to plant Alliums
Even the most crowded gardens can accommodate decorative onions, as they do not take up much space.
The plant is considered a good honey plant.
Most species love light, so sunny areas are chosen for them.
The more natural light there is in the garden, the more intense the color of allium leaves and flowers.
How to plant allium correctly
Allium bulbs are planted at a depth equal to their height.
For 1 square meter you need about 50 large and medium bulbs and about 100 small ones.
After planting, the soil is well mulched with humus or peat and watered well.
Now you know when to plant allium bulbs and how best to do it.
Caring for allium in open ground
Decorative onions need watering only in dry weather; the rest of the time, natural precipitation is enough for them.
Experts in growing this plant say that it is better not to water it at all than to overdo it with moisture; feeding.
