Allium - PURPLE/PINK - Sphaerocephalon 60cm - (10 stems)

Bring unique architectural texture and a burst of vibrant late-summer drama to your designs with UK-grown Allium Sphaerocephalon!

Affectionately known to florists as the "Drumstick Allium" or "Bullet Allium," Allium sphaerocephalon is a true structural masterpiece. A member of the Amaryllis family—and historically referred to as the round-headed leek or ball-head onion—this variety breaks away from traditional large spherical alliums, offering a slender, egg-shaped flower head that introduces whimsical movement and rich texture to any arrangement.

What makes Sphaerocephalon so spectacular is its captivating colour transformation. Stems arrive featuring dense, compact green heads that beautifully mature from the top down into an electric, eye-catching deep purple and hot pink hue. Standing tall on sturdy, clean 60cm stems, they are an absolute dream for creating effortless vertical accents, wild meadow-style installations, or adding a pop of unexpected jewel-toned depth to summer bridal bouquets.

Top Tips for Allium Conditioning:

As proud members of the onion family, alliums can release a faint, tell-tale natural aroma when their stems are freshly cut. To keep your studio smelling perfectly fresh and your vase water crystal clear, give the stems a sharp diagonal trim and place them into deep, cool water with a CVBN conditioning tablet. Change the water every couple of days to maximise their impressive vase life.

Bonus Florist Tip: Allium Sphaerocephalon dries beautifully! If you have any stems left over after an event, hang them upside down in a warm, dry space—their architectural bullet shape and intense purple-pink tones will lock in place perfectly for everlasting autumn installations.

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