Allium is a genus of flowering plants, informally referred to as the onion genus. The genus contains hundreds of distinct species, and the latin word allium means garlic.
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Allium
Some Allium species are used in gardens for their ornamental flowers like the one on the picture. Several hybrids with rich purple flowers have been bred. Allium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation' is one of the most popular and has been given an Award of Garden Merit by the British Royal Horticultural Society.
Saturday, July 6, 2013
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