Description

Allium moly is an easy, cheerful allium that brings vivid golden colour in late spring to early summer, bridging the gap between spring bulbs and the start of many summer perennials. It forms clusters of star shaped flowers held above narrow, strap like leaves, and it looks particularly effective threaded through low perennials, along the front of sunny borders, or dotted through gravel gardens where it can naturalise over time.

Because it is a smaller, more informal allium, it suits planting schemes that aim for a relaxed, meadow like look rather than a rigid formal display. It pairs well with hardy geraniums, nepeta, low grasses, euphorbia and early flowering perennials, and it is valuable for pollinators in spring when forage is still building.

Plant bulbs in autumn for spring flowering. Choose full sun to light shade and free draining soil. Alliums dislike persistent winter wet, so recommend raised beds or improved drainage in heavier ground. Once established, it is low maintenance. Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the bulb recharges for the following year. Over time it can form wider clumps, giving customers a better display each season.