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Allium 'Purple Sensation' (25 Bulbs)
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Pet-Aware Placement
Ideal for Pots
Easy Care
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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
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Plant Type: Perennial Bulb
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Flower Colour: Deep Purple
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Mature Height: 80–100 cm
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Sunlight: Full Sun
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Soil Type: Fertile, Well-Drained
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Flowering Season: May (Early Allium)
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Hardiness: Fully Hardy
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Quantity: 25 Bulbs per Bag
KEY FEATURES
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Iconic allium variety with rich purple flower heads
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Early-flowering (May) – one of the first alliums to bloom
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Adds height, texture, and colour to borders
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Perfect in groups for bold, eye-catching displays
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Hardy and reliable; returns each year with ease
COMES IN TO
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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
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Cottage gardens and mixed borders
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Planting alongside tulips for a seamless spring-to-summer transition
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Creating bold groupings or naturalised drifts
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Cut flowers and dried arrangements
GROWING CALENDAR
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Planting Time: October – November
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Flowering Period: May (Early Allium)
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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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Every plant comes with a simple care guide to help it settle into its new home. You'll also find a QR code in your parcel that takes you straight to it.
When your plant arrives: unpack it as soon as you can, give it a little water if the soil feels dry, and find it a spot with the right light.
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