Allium - Eros - Distinctive Bark Texture - Bulbs - 10 pcs

Allium ‘Eros’ brings a vibrant touch to any garden, thanks to its striking purple-pink flower heads and reliable growth habit. Favoured by gardeners for its easy care and elegant shape, this variety is ideal for borders and mixed beds, bridging the gap between spring bulbs and summer perennials. The purple-pink blooms provide a unique highlight at a key time of year, and its upright form works equally well in both classic and contemporary planting schemes.

Planting Time

Plant Allium ‘Eros’ bulbs in autumn, ideally from September to October. This timing allows the bulbs to establish strong roots before winter, which is essential for robust flowering the following season. Sticking to this schedule ensures the best results from your garden bulbs.

Planting Depth

Set the bulbs at a depth of 5-8 cm in the soil. This depth helps protect them from frost and prevents drying out. For healthy growth, choose a light, well-drained soil - sandy or sandy-clay soils are especially suitable for planting bulbs like Allium ‘Eros’.

Spacing

Allow 15 cm between each bulb. This spacing gives each plant enough room to develop fully and form dense, attractive clumps. Proper spacing also makes maintenance easier and reduces the risk of disease among perennial bulbs.

Height

Allium ‘Eros’ grows to a height of 30-50 cm. Its size makes it an excellent choice for low borders, rockeries, and flower beds, where it pairs well with both shorter and taller plants. The balanced proportions also make it suitable as a supporting element in mixed floral arrangements.

Flowering Time

This variety flowers in May and June, producing eye-catching purple-pink blooms. The flowering period is perfectly timed to fill the transition between spring-flowering bulbs and summer perennials, adding long-lasting colour and interest to your garden.

Hardiness & Overwintering

Allium ‘Eros’ bulbs are fully hardy and overwinter easily in the ground. There’s no need for additional protection, as the bulbs tolerate low temperatures without difficulty.

Uses

The purple-pink flowers of Allium ‘Eros’ are ideal for borders, flower beds, and rock gardens. Their distinctive form and lasting blooms also make them a popular choice for cut flower arrangements. This variety works well in home gardens and larger green spaces, providing a reliable splash of colour wherever it’s planted. Bulb packs like this are valued by gardeners seeking both impact and versatility from their planting bulbs.

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Pack Contents

Each pack contains 10 Allium ‘Eros’ bulbs. The product label includes practical care instructions to help you achieve the best results from your garden bulbs.