Allium Christophii - Star of Persia - ORG

Allium Christophii - Star of Persia - ORG

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The ornamental onion that steals the show

One of the largest ornamental onions
Stunning as a dried flower
Loved by bees, bumblebees and butterflies
100% organically grown

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It is no coincidence that the Christophii is called ‘Star Look’. The flower heads are made up of dozens of tiny star-shaped florets which, together, form a perfect sphere, sometimes as much as 25 centimetres in diameter. Standing on 50-centimetre-long stems, it looks like a purple planet in a green expanse in the border. And once it has finished flowering, the seed head remains — dry, brown and still well worth seeing.

Native to Central Asia

Allium christophii is native to Turkey, Iran and Central Asia — dry, stony regions with hot summers and cold winters. This explains its preference for well-drained, nutrient-rich soil and a sunny position. Plant the bulbs in autumn at a depth of around 15 cm and 20–30 cm apart. After flowering, they can be left in the ground — they are hardy and will return of their own accord the following year. Bees and butterflies love them: the nectar is easily accessible and the flowering period lasts two to four weeks.

Endless enjoyment

Even after the colour has gradually faded, the plant remains a striking feature. The spent flower heads dry beautifully and retain their characteristic spherical shape for months on end. In borders, they provide structure and height, whilst they are just as decorative in dried flower arrangements. This is precisely why Allium Christophii is so popular with gardening enthusiasts who like to choose plants that add something to the garden for more than one season. From the first flower buds in spring to the graceful seed heads in late summer: this ornamental onion continues to surprise, long after most flowers have finished flowering.

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Allium Christophii flowers in May/June. The earlier the bulbs are planted in autumn, the earlier the flowers will bloom.

Alliums flower just after the “real” spring flowers and just before the first summer flowers, allowing you to create a garden that is always in bloom.

The flowers of Allium Christophii appear from May onwards and will enrich your garden or balcony for 2 to 4 weeks.

The rule of thumb is to dig a hole about 2-3 times the height of the bulb. For Allium Christophii, this means a depth of about 15 centimetres.

It is important to plant the bulbs at the correct depth so that they are sufficiently protected and will sprout at the right time.

The best time to plant Allium Christophii is in autumn. At that time, the soil is still warm, which is good for root development, but it is cooling down, which is ideal for the dormant period of the flower bulbs.

Plant your bulbs before the first frost, so they have the best chance of surviving the winter.

For a nice, dense planting of Allium Christophii, we recommend 15-25 bulbs per square metre.

Plant the bulbs about 20-30 centimetres apart so that they have enough space and can absorb sufficient nutrients.

The Christophii is available to order on our website from January to November, or until it is sold out.

We deliver Allium Christophii from September to December.

The flower stems of Allium Christophii can grow to a height of around 50 centimetres.

The flowers themselves can grow up to 25 centimetres in size!

The Allium Christophii is a magnificent species that you will enjoy for several years. The flowers reappear in spring and can sometimes even multiply! This gives your garden a very natural look.

Allium Christophii thrives best in well-drained, nutrient-rich sandy or loamy soil. This Persian onion is sensitive to waterlogging, so make sure that excess water can drain away. Nutrient-rich soil is important. If necessary, add some compost to improve the soil, or check out more tips for improving the soil here.

They like slightly calcareous soil, but this is not essential.

The best position for Allium Christophii is in the sun, although they will also do well in light shade.

The Allium Christophii is a favourite of bees, butterflies and other pollinators. The flowers' nectar is easily accessible, so the little creatures will return year after year, just like the flowers. Great for biodiversity!

Allium Christophii bulbs are hardy, which means that after flowering, you can simply leave them in the ground for next year.

No, Allium Christophii is not native to the Netherlands and Belgium. This species is native to Turkey, Iran and central Asia.

It is best to plant the Allium Christophii bulbs as soon as possible after receiving them. If necessary, you can leave them in their paper packaging and store them temporarily in a dry, cool place.

If you wish to move them, wait until the foliage has completely died back and carefully dig up the bulbs. Allow the bulbs to dry thoroughly and store them in a paper bag or wrap them in newspaper. Place them in a dark, cool and dry place, such as a cellar or shed. Check regularly for mould or rot and replant them in the garden in the autumn.