Allium x 'Millenium'
Millenium Flowering Onion (Ornamental Onion)
- Showy 2" rosy purple flowers
- Strong sturdy stems
- Thick green leaves
- Butterfly and honey bees attractor
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Category: Perennial
- Patent: PPAF
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Height: 12-18 in
- Spread: 12-18 in
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Thick, narrow, strap-like foliage forms a mound that gives rise to stalk that elevate above the foliage bearing a round, tight ball of buds. These buds open in July producing a 2" diameter globe of rosy purple flowers that continue into August. Easy to grow and very tolerant of drier soil conditions, this selection will also add great color and texture to any mixed perennial container.
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Dried Flower/Foliage |
| • | Focal Point |
| • | Long Blooming |
| • | Summer Bloomer |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Allium x 'Millenium'
Prefers full sun but will also grow in part sun. No pruning necessary other than deadheading spent flowers. Spent flowers can be left on the plant for added winter and fall interest.
