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Ping Pong Ornamental Onion-Purple Blooms-Easy Maintenance 250 in Box

Ping Pong Ornamental Onion-Purple Blooms-Easy Maintenance 250 in Box

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Allium 'Ping Pong', Purple Information Page
Allium 'Ping Pong', Purple

Allium 'Ping Pong', Purple

Description

Allium 'Ping Pong', Purple is a striking ornamental onion known for its spherical clusters of purple flowers. These blooms sit atop tall, slender stems and add a whimsical touch to gardens. The plant's unique appearance and easy maintenance make it a favorite among gardeners.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and as a striking feature in mixed perennial beds. Its long-lasting blooms also make it perfect for cut flower arrangements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Allium 'Ping Pong', Purple
  • Common Name Common Name: Ping Pong' Ornamental Onion
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 18-24 inches tall, 12-18 inches wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Salvia, Echinacea, and other sun-loving perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant bulbs 3-4 inches deep in well-drained soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil moderately moist, but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy or loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers to encourage new growth
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder regions to protect from frost
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: 3-4 inches deep
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases
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