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Allium Gladiator
£9.00
Bulb Size - 18-20cm
Key information
The Allium Gladiator has a striking head of up to 20cm made up of tiny florets that produce pink-purple flowers. At Soto we love intricacy of the flowers and the impact this easy to grow Allium has at the back of borders. The Gladiator forms large clumps of leaves which then fade before strong, tall stems emerge in the late spring and form the large flower heads. This purple Allium is loved by bees and other pollinators.
Order today and receive your bulbs from September.
Good to know
Flowering
Pollinator
Add from the Bulb collection
Delivery & Returns
SOTO GARDENS EDITS AND COLLECTIONS: Soto deliver nationwide for all individual plants, pots and accessories via our courier partner, DPD within 3-7 working days. Outdoor plants will be delivered from the 18th March, a member of the Soto team will be in touch closer to the time. From the 18th March, Soto border collections are hand delivered within 3-7 working days to Greater London and the Home Counties. Please get in touch if you live outside these areas. Delivery is free for all orders over £50. For orders under £50, we charge £6. If you would like your order delivered after this period, please let us know when you’d like to take receipt in the delivery notes. Soto Guests, including BIG GREEN EGG and FLOWERBX are delivered in accordance with their T&C’s. Please see our delivery and returns page for more information. Please contact Soto if you’ve any questions.
Top Tip
No need to deadhead, we love the structure dried Allium heads bring to the garden.
How to care for Allium Gladiator
Aspect
Sunny & Partial Shade
Allium Gladiator is happiest in direct sunlight but can tolerate part shade.
Care Level
Easy
The leaves of the Gladiator will fade prior to the emergence of its striking flowerheads. Remove foliage when it becomes untidy.
Watering
No need to water, Alliums are drought tolerant so rainwater should be sufficient over winter
If soil is looking very dry in the spring, we suggest watering. Be careful as pots dry out quicker than borders.
Feeding
Compost
Plant with lots of good quality, peat-free compost for best results.
Soil
Tolerate most soil types
The Allium Gladiator likes soil to be well-drained, try to mix in grit when planting.
Quick facts
BOTANICAL NAME
Allium 'Gladiator'
PLANT TYPE
Flowers every year (perennial)
MONTH OF BLOOMING
June
HARDINESS
Very hardy
BORDER POSITION
Middle & Back
TOXICITY
Toxic if ingested. Toxic to pets.
EVENTUAL GROWTH (3-5 YEARS)
Height - 1-1.5m, Width - 0.3-0.5m
How to plant an allium bulb
When is the best time to plant an allium bulb?
Plant allium bulbs between early September and early December.
How deep should allium bulbs be planted?
Plant large bulb varieties around 15cm deep and 20cm apart. For smaller bulbs, we suggest 10cm deep.
Most bulbs should be planted at a depth of roughly 2-3 times their own height.
How should you space your allium bulbs?
Smaller allium bulbs should be planted 8-10cm apart. Large bulbs should be planted around 15-20cm apart to allow their flower heads to shine.
For the XL varieties such Allium Globemaster, allow 30-40cm between each bulb.
Which way should the Allium bulb face?
Plant the bulbs with the pointed side facing up.
Where can you plant an allium bulb?
Plant allium bulbs in borders or pots. They are a great way of adding additional structure to flowerbeds and a pop of colour to patios and courtyards.
Any other tips for planting bulbs?
For best flowering results, store bulbs in a cool, frost free, place until you are ready to plant them. Remove bulbs from their packaging so they can get some fresh air, but make sure your pets don’t nibble them. It is important to plant bulbs within the same season that they are supplied.