Allium 'Lavender Bobblehead'

Allium 'Lavender Bobblehead' is a compact ornamental onion featuring dense, rounded clusters of soft lavender purple flowers held on sturdy stems above neat blue green foliage. Its uniform habit and long bloom make it ideal for structured borders and pollinator plantings.

Height & Spread: 12 - 18 in x 12 - 15 in

Bloom Time: Early to mid summer

Light Requirements: Full sun

Soil Preference: Well drained soils

Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: High deer resistance

Native Status

Hybrid ornamental allium derived from Eurasian species; not native to North America.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Bees

• Highly attractive to native bumblebees, honeybees, and other pollinators.

Butterflies

• Draws nectar feeding butterflies throughout its bloom period.

Hoverflies

• Attracts hoverflies which feed on nectar and help control aphids.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

• Space 12 - 15 in apart for full clumping growth.

Landscape Placement

• Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, and mass plantings in sunny areas.

Companion Plants

• Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' - Adds vertical contrast with deep purple spikes and thrives in similar dry, sunny conditions.
• Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) - Extends bloom season and attracts the same pollinators.
• Nepeta faassenii (Catmint) - Provides a soft, mounding form that contrasts with upright flower stems.
• Coreopsis verticillata - Adds fine textured foliage and bright color around rounded blooms.