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Allium Summer Drummer
£8.75
Bulb Size - 12cm+
Key information
Allium ‘Summer Drummer’ is a tall allium, delivering bold vertical impact with dramatic summer blooms.
Towering stems reach up to 2 meters, topped with dense, spherical flower heads in shades of mauve and white. Blooming later than most alliums, it extends garden interest into midsummer and attracts bees and butterflies. Perfect for adding height to borders, prairie-style planting, and modern landscapes.
This low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Deer-resistant and long-lasting, Allium Summer Drummer is a show-stopping bulb for striking garden displays and pollinator-friendly design.
Enjoy 20% off bulb pre-orders using the code 'BULB20' at checkout. All bulb orders will be delivered together in October - the perfect time to plant for a beautiful spring display.
Good to know
Flowering
Pollinator
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Delivery & Returns
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Top Tip
Plant the Allium Summer Drummer towards the back of borders for early summer height in your flowerbed.
How to care for Allium Summer Drummer
Aspect
Sunny
Summer Drummer is happiest in direct sunlight.
Care Level
Easy
Remove foliage when it becomes untidy, it won’t do the Allium any harm.
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
Summer Drummer likes soil to be well-drained, mix in grit when planting.
Quick facts
BOTANICAL NAME
Allium 'Summer Drummer'
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
Height - 1.2-1.5m, Width - 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. 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.