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Allium Albopilosum (Star Of Persia)

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Sept 15, 2012
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Allium Albopilosum, Christophii or Star of Persia is an excellent cut flower either in living or dried condition. Its 8-10" bloom is amethyst-violet color and loose umbel. This variety is considered as the most beautiful allium and has very dense flowers in each of its blooms.

Height: 16-22"

Bloom Time: Early Summer

Minimum for Effect: 10

3-9

8-10"

4-5"

4-8

12/14 cm

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	Allium Bulbs		1901		C.H.Wright


	If planted in full sun, it will perennialize quite easily. Average humidity required.

Features of Species or Group:
		Native to Turkestan and introduced in 1901. This cultivar produces some of the largest individual heads of any Allium, often 10-12 in. in diameter.
Features of Genus:
		Alliums come in all sizes, some alliums will reach up to 4 feet (120 cm) and stand tall with singular beauty. Typically, they produce rounded heads of flowers, often in rosy purple shades, but there are also yellow and white-flowered species. Some of them are small-growing and suitable for the rock garden, while others make excellent plants for the middle or back of borders. Many alliums make excellent cut flowers. They are usually long lasting in water. There are a large number of allium species, including edible onions, garlic and chives as well as many ornamental plants.


How to Plant Allium Bulbs?
			To plant Allium Bulbs the bulbs should be planted with the nose of the bulb upward (or the roots facing downwards) and the Allium Albopilosum (Star Of Persia) should be planted roughly 4-5" deep and 8-10" apart from one another. Note: For some bulbs you may not be able to tell which way is up or down, in these cases just plant them on their side and they will adjust on their own.
When to Plant Allium Albopilosum (Star Of Persia)?
			Allium Bulbs are normally planted fall, and most Allium Albopilosum (Star Of Persia) will begin to flower sometime in Early Summer.

Shipping Schedule: (Spring 2012)

We will begin shipping most spring-planted bulbs beginning in Mid-March, and will ship based on the best time to plant in your zone. The shipping schedule for those orders is listed below. If you need your bulbs shipped earlier or later than the date listed, please contact Customer Service at 1-866-688-9547 at least 5 business days advance of that date.* Packages will ship UPS Ground (3-5 days). If you need 1-day or 2-day air delivery, please contact us for a price quote based on your order and location.

Hardiness Zone	Shipping Schedule
Amaryllis	Shipping begins in October
Begonia-Only Orders	Ships within 3-5 Business Days

Zones 8-11	Ships within 3-5 Business Days
Zones 6-7	Ships within 3-5 Business Days
Zones 3-5	Shipping Begins April 2

Shipping Schedule: (Fall 2012)

We will begin shipping most fall-planted bulbs beginning in Mid-September, and will ship based on the best time to plant in your zone. The shipping schedule for those orders is listed below. If you need your bulbs shipped earlier or later than the date listed, please contact Customer Service at 1-866-688-9547 at least 5 business days advance of that date.* Packages will ship UPS Ground (3-5 days). If you need 1-day or 2-day air delivery, please contact us for a price quote based on your order and location.

**We cannot guarantee delivery of fall planted bulbs before September 15, 2012, other than Bearded Iris-Only orders which will ship in August.**

Hardiness Zone	Shipping Schedule
Bearded Iris-Only Orders	Shipping begins in Mid August
Amaryllis	Shipping begins in October

Zones 3-5	Shipping Begins Mid September
Zones 6-7	Shipping Begins Early October
Zones 8-11	Shipping Begins Mid October

Shipping Charges:
Shipping is only $3.95 for any and all orders, including bulk bulbs!

Order Total	Shipping & Handling
Any Amount	$3.95

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