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Allium christophii

By Spritzhenry

Allium christophii (Allium christophii (Persian Onion))

5 Jun, 2009
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I didn't know the height these would reach, so they are in the wrong position...however, I plunged them into the soil in their pots, so I can move them easily later!

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Pansypotter

Yes they certainly tower above most of the border plants, I bought a mixed bag of alliums 3 years ago and there was just one of this species, I think I may have lost it as there is no sign of it this year.

6 Jun, 2009

Toto

How tall does it get Spritz?

6 Jun, 2009

Spritzhenry

Disappointingly, only about 16 "?? My book says 12 - 24"...Not tall enough for where they are, to be seen properly.. I think Pp may have had a different one.

'Purple Sensation' would have been better there, mine seem to get taller and stand out more. But that lovely metallic colour goes so well with the Persicaria. I can't start moving everything around, can I? Magic wand needed! LOL.

6 Jun, 2009

Toto

The autumn will be here too soon and you will be able to move whatever you like. I think you should enjoy them where they are as they look wonderful anyway.

7 Jun, 2009

Spritzhenry

Thanks! You say the nicest things...:-)

7 Jun, 2009

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