Allium

Basic Allium Flower Information

Common Names
Allium, Bullet, Ornamental Onion, Flowering Onion

Scientific Name
Genus species Allium acuminatum
Family Liliaceae

History
Since Victorian times, a special meaning has been attached to flowers. The genus Allium have been prized since ancient times for their medicinal and culinary qualities. Growing to 4 or 5 feet tall with white, blue, lavender or purple snowball-shaped inflorescences atop bare stems.

Allium Flower Meaning
You’re perfect and elegant, unity, patience.

Astrological Flowers
Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Birth Month Flower
N/A

Floral Design Qualities For Allium

Type Of Use: Flower

Form: Line, Mass, Form

Fragrance: Mild-Strong

Line: Straight

Silhouette: Dense/ Globe

Blossom Texture: Rough

Stem Size: 12 – 18”

Blossom Size: 1 – 2”

Vase Life: 7-10 Days

Allium Design Uses
A diverse flower suitable for traditional arrangements. Alliums work well in designs ranging from flowing to sparse.

Allium Flower Colors
Blues, purples, whites/ivories.

Blooming Seasons
Spring, Fall

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter