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Allium 'Medusa'
ornamental onion
- Category: Perennial
- Patent: PP28701
- Breeder: Walters Gardens, Inc.
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Height: 20-24 Inches
- Spread: 24 Inches
- Spacing: 6-12 Inches
- Bloom Color: Purple
- Foliage Color: Green with varigation
This ornamental onion features snaky, twisty leaves reminiscent of the snake-haired Medusa from legend. It creates a low mound of grey-green, narrow foliage, with leaves that curl slightly at the tips. The nodding buds resemble snakes at the stem tips, which then straighten out to become clusters of light amethyst purple flowers.
Plug Type
| • | Horticultural Plug |
Propagation Type
| • | Open pollinated |
Additional Information about Allium 'Medusa'
Allium are delightful additions to rock or herb gardens. Their foliage emits an onion-like fragrance when bruised, as they belong to the onion family. While butterflies and honeybees are attracted to the sweet nectar of the flowers, deer and rabbits tend to avoid this perennial favorite.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Allium 'Medusa'
This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is resilient to drought, and Allium usually remains free from pests and diseases. The aromatic nature of its foliage also deters deer and rabbits.