Forelock ornamental onion
Allium 'Forelock'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size2 to 2.5 feet tall18+ inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Maroon purple
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Forelock' ornamental onion (Allium 'Forelock') is a bulb for borders, pollinator gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average, sandy or loamy soil. The fragrant maroon purple blooms attract butterflies and bees. Deer tend to pass it by. Fa. M.M. Duin bred it.
Pairs well with Blue fescue, Pink Impression tulip, and Ice plant.