Allium obliquum seeds- (Lop-sided onion)

Description

This allium has thick round ball shaped flowers which are a greenish yellow. The flower stems of the plant are about 60 cm tall. It has odd leaves which are twisted and curled and hence its common name. It comes from central Asia.

Sowing advice

The best time to sow these seeds is late autumn to early spring, but they can also be sown at any time. Sow the seeds in pots , trays or cells on moist seed raising mix which drains well. Cover the seeds lightly with mix. Ideal temperature 10-15 deg C. If the seeds do not germinate within 4 weeks then put them in the fridge for approx 4 weeks to give them a cooling period. After that take them out of the fridge.