How to Grow Purple Sensation Allium
Allium giganteum 'Purple Sensation'
Your complete guide to growing Purple Sensation Allium.
📷 Wikipedia: Allium giganteumWhen to Plant Purple Sensation Allium
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | August – September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | August – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | July – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | July – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | July – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | June – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | June – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | May – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | April – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | March – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | March – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | March – December |
Companion Plants for Purple Sensation Allium
✓ Good companions
Alliums deter cabbage worms, aphids, and flea beetles from cabbage family plants
Alliums repel carrot fly and other root pests while improving soil structure
Alliums repel aphids and slugs that commonly damage lettuce leaves
Both repel similar pests and create complementary pest control barrier
Alliums repel aphids and may reduce soil-borne fungal diseases affecting peppers
Alliums repel aphids, thrips, and other pests that commonly attack roses
Alliums deter slugs, aphids, and nematodes while not competing for nutrients
Alliums deter aphids, cutworms, and may reduce fungal diseases in tomatoes
✗ Keep away from
Alliums can stunt asparagus growth and reduce spear production
Alliums can inhibit nitrogen fixation and stunt growth of legumes
Sulfur compounds from alliums interfere with nitrogen-fixing bacteria in pea roots
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
