{"product_id":"allium-senescens-blue-eddy","title":"Allium senescens 'Blue Eddy'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"795\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllium senescens ‘Blue Eddy’\u003c\/strong\u003e is an eye catching native, known for its unique twisted foliage and spherical purple flower clusters. This ornamental onion is a great addition to any garden that needs a touch of drama, with its blue green foliage and late summer blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"910\" data-start=\"820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"840\" data-start=\"820\"\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread: \u003c\/strong\u003e12 - 18 in x 8 - 12 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"991\" data-start=\"914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"929\" data-start=\"914\"\u003eBloom Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eLate summer (July to August)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"1057\" data-start=\"995\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1018\" data-start=\"995\"\u003eLight Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"1189\" data-start=\"1061\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1081\" data-start=\"1061\"\u003eSoil Preference: \u003c\/strong\u003eThrives in well drained, moderately rich soil but tolerates poor, dry soil conditions once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"1359\" data-start=\"1193\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1212\" data-start=\"1193\"\u003eWatering Needs: \u003c\/strong\u003eDrought-tolerant once established. Moderate watering is required during the growing season, but it prefers dry to moderately moist conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1363\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1383\" data-start=\"1363\"\u003eDeer Resistance: \u003c\/strong\u003eNaturally deer resistant due to its strong aroma\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNATIVE STATUS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhile not as widely known as other native alliums, it offers distinct ornamental qualities, with its twisting leaves and globe shaped flower clusters. ‘Blue Eddy’ is a cultivar of this native species, bred for its striking appearance and compact size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2286\" data-start=\"1960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1979\" data-start=\"1960\"\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2286\" data-start=\"1960\"\u003eThe fragrant flowers attract a variety of butterflies, particularly Swallowtails and Skippers. These butterflies are drawn to the vibrant purple blooms for nectar, with the late summer bloom time providing a critical food source as other flowers begin to fade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2606\" data-start=\"2288\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2300\" data-start=\"2288\"\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2606\" data-start=\"2288\"\u003eBees, especially honeybees, bumblebees, and solitary bees, flock to the flowers for their nectar and pollen. This allium is particularly valuable in the late summer when many other plants are no longer in bloom, providing bees with sustenance when their foraging opportunities are dwindling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2859\" data-start=\"2608\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2640\" data-start=\"2608\"\u003eOther Beneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2859\" data-start=\"2608\"\u003eThis plant helps attract beneficial insects like ladybugs, which prey on pests such as aphids. The dense flower clusters are also perfect for predatory wasps that help keep unwanted garden pests in check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3064\" data-start=\"2861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2874\" data-start=\"2861\"\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3064\" data-start=\"2861\"\u003eSeed heads offer a food source for small seed-eating birds such as finches, making this plant valuable in the fall garden as well as during its blooming period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSPACING \u0026amp; LANDSCAPE USE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4404\" data-start=\"4184\"\u003eFor optimum growth, plant about 8 - 12 inches apart. This gives it enough room to grow its twisting foliage and allows for proper air circulation which helps to prevent disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4989\" data-start=\"4438\"\u003eWorks well as a border plant or in rock gardens, where its compact size and unique appearance can shine. It is ideal for xeriscaping, low water gardens, or pollinator gardens, thanks to its drought tolerance and attraction to beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCOMPANION PLANTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5280\" data-start=\"5142\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5280\" data-start=\"5144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5166\" data-start=\"5144\"\u003eEchinacea purpurea\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - The daisy-like flowers provide a contrast in shape and also attract bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5420\" data-start=\"5281\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5420\" data-start=\"5283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5305\" data-start=\"5283\"\u003eNepeta faassenii\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(Catmint) \u003c\/strong\u003e- A great companion with silvery foliage and lavender flowers that attracts both bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5555\" data-start=\"5421\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5555\" data-start=\"5423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5449\" data-start=\"5423\"\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(English Lavender) \u003c\/strong\u003e- Its fragrant blooms attract bees and complements the allium’s color and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5720\" data-start=\"5556\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5720\" data-start=\"5558\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5582\" data-start=\"5558\"\u003eAchillea millefolium\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(Yarrow)\u003c\/strong\u003e - A drought tolerant perennial that blooms in late summer and complements the late-season blooms of Allium with vibrant color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5824\" data-start=\"5721\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5824\" data-start=\"5723\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5742\" data-start=\"5723\"\u003eRudbeckia hirta\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(Black-eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds a splash of yellow and is also a pollinator favorite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5963\" data-start=\"5825\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5963\" data-start=\"5827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5846\" data-start=\"5827\"\u003eThymus vulgaris\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(Thyme) \u003c\/strong\u003e- A fragrant herb with small pink or purple flowers that also attract pollinators, ideal for rock gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"6129\" data-start=\"5964\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6129\" data-start=\"5966\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5989\" data-start=\"5966\"\u003ePenstemon digitalis\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(Beardtongue)\u003c\/strong\u003e - This late spring to early summer bloomer offers a good early season nectar source before ‘Blue Eddy’ starts blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45901818069153,"sku":"ALLIUM SENESCENS BLUE EDDY","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/9iuujujuhhjhj.jpg?v=1674676118","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/allium-senescens-blue-eddy","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}