Allium karataviense

Turkestan Onion

Family: Amaryllidaceae Amaryllis


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 9B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink, purple
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Container, foundation, massing, rock garden
Height 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm
Spread 6" to 10" / 15cm to 25cm
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Deciduous
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing