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'Purple Sensation' is one of those plants that 'does what it says on the tin', if I can be permitted to borrow a phrase.
It is easy in the garden, flowers reliably in May every year, and spreads by seed in a modest way if well suited. It could be argued that the seedlings are not actually
'Purple Sensation', they can vary in colour and height, but an established population is a wonderful thing. It is 'Purple Sensation' that started the modern fashion for large headed flowering onions in gardens, helped no doubt by flowering reliably during Chelsea week! Nijssen Bulbs say: "A selection registered in 1963 by Mr Jan Bijl. The flower colour is deep purple. Especially because of this colour, it is a highly appreciated cut flower. The offered lot is clonally grown. This means that all offspring have arisen from one (strictly selected) plant through vegetative propagation, which is clearly visible in the uniformity of flower colour and height. Flowers appear as early as May and bloom beautifully, the seed pods are attractive for a long time. Also tolerates some shade." |
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| 10th May 2022 | ||