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Allium schoenoprasum 'Purly'
HerbAllium schoenoprasum 'Purly'
- Partial sun
- Zones 4–8
- 60 days to maturity
- Herbs
- 8" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A stunning ornamental chive variety that produces vibrant purple-pink flower globes above slender, hollow green stems throughout the growing season. Unlike common chives, Purly offers exceptional flower production and color intensity, making it perfect for edible landscaping, cut flower arrangements, and pollinator gardens. The edible flowers and mild onion-flavored leaves provide both culinary value and garden beauty in one reliable perennial package.
Planting
Start from seed indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost or direct sow in early spring. Divide established clumps every 3-4 years.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 10-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Thrips, onion flies, aphids. Common diseases: Rust, downy mildew in wet conditions.