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Enter the approximate length and width of the area you will be planting and click 'Calculate' to determine how many Allium 'Millenium' you will need.
Correct and successful spacing is complex and depends on project conditions. We encourage you to call us at 877-ECO-PLUG for project specific recommendations and further assistance.
Allium 'Millenium'
ornamental onion
- Category: Perennial
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Height: 15-20 Inches
- Spread: 10-15 Inches
- Spacing: 10-15 Inches
- Bloom Color: Pink, Purple
- Foliage Color: Green with varigation
The 2018 Perennial Plant of the Year! The globe-shaped, rosy-purple flowers provide a vibrant, colorful accent to the late summer garden. Mature plants boast numerous long-lasting blooms. The foliage is a glossy, deep green, resembling grass and is tolerant to heat. This low-maintenance, reliable plant is not only a gardener's favorite but also beloved by pollinators.
Soil Moisture Needs
| • | Average |
Plug Type
| • | Horticultural Plug |
Additional Information about Allium 'Millenium'
Alliums are delightful additions to rock or herb gardens. Their foliage releases a mild onion scent when crushed, a nod to their place in the onion family. While butterflies and honeybees flock to their nectar-rich blooms, deer and rabbits tend to leave them alone. This native plant makes a striking impact when planted in groups.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Allium 'Millenium'
This plant thrives in average, dry to medium-moisture, well-drained soils, and is best situated in full sun to partial shade. It flourishes in full sunlight but benefits from light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. It is adaptable to a broad spectrum of soil types and excels in sandy conditions.