Allium ‘Purple Sensation’ (25 Bulbs) – Classic Late-Spring Beauty

A true garden classic, Allium ‘Purple Sensation’ is beloved for its striking, perfectly round clusters of rich purple blooms that appear in late spring. Standing tall above fresh green foliage, these alliums bring elegance, structure, and a touch of magic to borders and cottage-style plantings. Easy to grow, hardy, and reliable, they return year after year, thriving in sunny, well-drained spots.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Plant Type: Perennial Bulb

• Flower Colour: Deep Purple

• Mature Height: 80–100 cm

• Sunlight: Full Sun

• Soil Type: Fertile, Well-Drained

• Flowering Season: May (Early Allium)

• Hardiness: Fully Hardy

• Quantity: 25 Bulbs per Bag

KEY FEATURES

• Iconic allium variety with rich purple flower heads

• Early-flowering (May) – one of the first alliums to bloom

• Adds height, texture, and colour to borders

• Perfect in groups for bold, eye-catching displays

• Hardy and reliable; returns each year with ease

COMES IN TO

• 25 premium-quality bulbs, ready for autumn planting

GROWING TIP

Plant bulbs 10–15 cm deep in free-draining soil, spacing them about 10 cm apart. For maximum impact, grow in groups of 5 or more – they look spectacular in drifts through borders.

PERFECT FOR

• Cottage gardens and mixed borders

• Planting alongside tulips for a seamless spring-to-summer transition

• Creating bold groupings or naturalised drifts

• Cut flowers and dried arrangements

GROWING CALENDAR

• Planting Time: October – November

• Flowering Period: May (Early Allium)

• Aftercare: Low maintenance; allow foliage to die back naturally

Please note: this is a pre-order for delivery in October 2025 – secure your bulbs now and enjoy sensational purple blooms lighting up your late spring garden!

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Standard Delivery (£5.95, 3-5 days)

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Tracking Your Order

• Once your order has been dispatched, you'll receive a tracking number via email, allowing you to monitor the progress of your delivery every step of the way.

Delivery Restrictions

• Please note that we currently only offer delivery within the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, we are unable to deliver to international addresses or PO boxes at this time.

If you have any questions or special delivery requests, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly customer service team. Thank you for choosing Plants By Post for all your greenery needs 

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Whether it's a damaged plant upon arrival, an order mix-up, or any other issue, we'll work tirelessly to resolve it promptly and to your satisfaction. Your happiness is our priority, and we'll do everything in our power to ensure that you're delighted with every aspect of your Plants By Post experience.

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