Allium schubertii, Tumbleweed Onion part shade orange-red filamentous leaves turn green

orange-red filamentous leaves turn green in summer

perfect for that lush

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

and mountain meadows of  Europe and Asia

It's a very prolific bloomer with exquisite

Allium schubertii, Tumbleweed Onion part shade orange-red filamentous leaves turn greenA 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