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Summer Beauty Allium (Ornamental Onion)
Summer Beauty Allium (Ornamental Onion)
$12.00
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| 1–5 | — | $12.00 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 6-11 | 10% off | $10.80 ea |
| 12-23 | 20% off | $9.60 ea |
| 24+ | 25% off | $9.00 ea |
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Allium 'Big Beauty'
Choose Summer Beauty Ornamental Onion for a tidy, deer-resistant pollinator plant that flowers after spring bulbs fade. The tradeoff: it needs open, bright planting space and will not solve shade needs.
Buy This If
- You want midsummer bloom.
- Deer browsing is a concern.
- You prefer tidy clumps.
Skip This If
- Your site stays wet.
- You need a tall plant.
- The bed gets much shade.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The globe flowers add clean midsummer color without taking over the bed. |
| Growth Rate | B+ | It establishes at a useful pace but still behaves like a clumping perennial. |
| Maintenance | A- | Once settled, it mainly needs old stems cut back and decent drainage. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | A | The upright clump works well along walkways, bed fronts, and tight border pockets. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for homeowners who want a clean perennial that handles dry-to-average soil and deer pressure without needing constant attention.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 1.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 1.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 1 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, clumping, grass-like foliage |
Customers Usually Ask
Is it a bulb allium?
No, treat it like a clumping perennial rather than a spring-planted bulb.
Will pollinators use it?
Yes, bees and other pollinators are drawn to the midsummer flowers.
Does it spread aggressively?
No, it forms clumps rather than running through the bed.
Why Choose Perennials for Your Garden?
- Return Year After Year: Perennials come back each season, reducing replanting costs while increasing garden maturity
- Extended Seasonal Interest: With proper selection, you can enjoy continuous blooms from spring through fall.
- Low Long-Term Maintenance: Once established, many perennials require minimal upkeep and become more resilient over time.
The Pro Growers of New England Advantage — Perennials
Perennials bring dependable color, texture, and seasonal interest to your landscape year after year. At Pro Growers of New England, our perennials are grown locally and selected for reliable performance in New England’s soil, temperature swings, and growing conditions.
We welcome customers to visit the nursery, explore our selection in person, and choose healthy, well-developed plants with confidence. When you purchase perennials from PGNE, you’re investing in locally grown varieties chosen for longevity, repeat bloom performance, and long-term garden success.
We welcome customers to visit the nursery, explore our selection in person, and choose healthy, well-developed plants with confidence. When you purchase perennials from PGNE, you’re investing in locally grown varieties chosen for longevity, repeat bloom performance, and long-term garden success.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-41096
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