Allium schubertii, Tumbleweed Onion part shade with curious irregular pods in

with curious irregular pods in fall that hold shiny brown seeds within (like a horse chestnut)

it blooms in May and intermittently thereafter pervading the atmosphere with a pleasant

orange-red filamentous leaves turn green in summer

Spring brings the most striking variegation on its fresh new leaves

Allium schubertii, Tumbleweed Onion part shade with curious irregular pods inA supernova of a flower: giant 1216 inch diameter, starry, metallic purple orbs always command a second glance and concomitant raves. The stems are relatively short, so place these bulbs near the front of a dry border or walk. It makes a huge sparkler that won't scare dogs and cats on the 4th of July and it can be the star of the most spectacular dried arrangement! Mature size: 1 2 feet tall Minimum temperature: 20 F