Animal onion in the garden immediately catches the eye of every observer. The large flower balls shine decoratively between other perennials or grasses and loosen up the overall picture. In order for the abundance of flowers to develop next spring, the bulbs of the ornamental onion must be in the ground by November at the latest.
How do I plant allium bulbs correctly?
To plant allium bulbs, dig a 5-10cm deep planting hole in a sunny location, fill in a thin layer of gravel, place the bulb on top, fill the hole with soil and mark Spot.
What you need to know about ornamental onions
Ornamental onion belongs to the allium family (Alliaceae), which also includes wild garlic (Allium ursinum), chives (Allium schoenoprasum) and leeks (Allium ampeloprasum). The ornamental onion delights the garden owner in spring beautiful inflorescences, then with the decorative seed capsules, which can be used in arrangements or for new sowing. After about three months, the ornamental garlic goes back into its resting phase. If the seeds are black and ripe, the above-ground plant dies.
The attractive perennial can grow up to 1.5 m high, some flower balls have a diameter of 25 cm. The leaves of the ornamental onion are rather unspectacular and have a strap-like shape. They often wither while the leek is blooming.
Planting ornamental onions
The ornamental onion thrives in a sunny location in a perennial bed. The soil should be fertile and well-drained. If you plant your ornamental spring bulbs in autumn, proceed as follows:
- Choose a sunny location and dig a planting hole about 5 to 10 cm deep.
- Put a thin layer of gravel in the hole. This loosens the soil and serves as drainage.
- Place the onion on the gravel, the bottom of the onion goes down.
- Fill the planting hole with soil.
- Put a small mark at the planting site. This way you can avoid these when hacking later.
Planting partner
Ornamental garlic harmonizes in the perennial bed with various other plants, e.g. B.
- the prairie drop grass
- the Mexican egret grass
- Funkia
- Columbine
- Phlox
- Peonies
- Steppe Sage
- Storksbill
It becomes particularly attractive when the perennials are color coordinated and bloom shortly after each other. This makes the perennial bed an eye-catcher in the garden over a longer period of time.
caring for ornamental onions
Ornamental onions are generally easy to care for and do not require any complex care measures. Dry leaves can be removed during the flowering period. Before sprouting, organic fertilizers stimulate growth. The leek bulbs are hardy, but a loose cover with brushwood protects against frost in winter.
