Purple Sensation Allium
Allium 'Purple Sensation'
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Delivery and Shipping
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| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Specifications
Specifications
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Height
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Width
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Growing Zones
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Sunlight
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Leaf Color
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Early Summer
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 2-10
What's the latest sensation in the allium world? The Purple Sensation Allium (Allium 'Purple Sensation') is back on the scene and remains an easy-to-grow purple dream. This heirloom ornamental allium may not be the biggest, tallest, or showiest but it has unsurpassable merit of its own. This joyous and exciting plant is often considered more versatile than the other large Alliums.
Before the Purple Sensation has a chance to bloom, the spring-flowering Purple Sensation is shining bright and lights up the garden. Its flamboyant ball of flowers and brilliant orchid-purple florets really come alive against the sky. Your local pollinators will be coming in for visits as well!
This fun Allium isn't just appreciated for its long-lasting blooms, many gardeners appreciate its heart-shaped broad leaves that look similar to a Hosta's. Use Purple Sensation as a one-of-a-kind floral bouquet. They also make a perfect purple focal point when planted as a middle border or in a cottage garden!
Planting and Application:
The Purple Sensation Allium blooms in early spring and it will grace your garden with color for several weeks! And once the blooms fade, its spunky seedhead remains. Create a fun garden by spray painting these seed heads in colorful paint to create unique garden 'art'! Plus Purple Sensation Allium is an absolute must for Rock gardens, Cottage gardens, or gardens where kids are invited to play and learn.
For formal plantings, Alliums are amenable to more structured and with architectural stature. Plant evenly distributed clumps in front of a backdrop of evergreens or in rows along your paths and walkways! They add height as a back border or as an accent for architectural interest.
Pair your Purple Sensations with other spring and summer blooms. They look great with Iris, Fritillaria, and other assorted flowers that come in a wide array of heights and colors! Make a statement by lining the path to your door with Alliums, your guests will feel like they entered a fantasy land! Create incredible container gardens with these vertical thrillers, even a window box or planter will become fanciful with these additions! Any sunny patio planter, balcony, or terrace garden becomes something magical!
- Large Round Purple Blooms
- Earliest Large Allium Variety to Bloom
- Heirloom Perennial Bulb
- Provide Attractive Foliage
- Pollinator & Amazing Cut Flowers
- Great in Containers, Back Border, Vertical Interest & Specimens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
These showy and fun Alliums reach their full potential in full sun and fast-draining soil. Fall-planted bulbs need well-drained soil with moderate moisture needs. Any soil type is suitable so long as it is not soggy and add bulb fertilizer to each hole for best results. Their blooms last for weeks and they naturalize and spread over time unless you deadhead after the flowers fade. Deadhead after flowers fade, but let the leaves remain so they can make food for the bulb and next year's flowers! Once the foliage yellows in the summer or fall, you can then prune it to the ground.
- Full Sun For Strongest Growth
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Deadhead After Flowers Fade & Prune Mounds After Leaves Yellow
- Deer Seldom Bother Them
These tall, strong plants are sure to make a buzz when they bloom in spring. Don't miss your opportunity to create a sensation with your very own Purple Sensation Alliums. Order your Purple Sensation Alliums now and Nature Hills will ship your plants at the proper planting time!
