Ornamental Onion Moly Luteum

A low-growing ornamental allium with bright yellow star-shaped flowers gathered in dense flower heads.

It flowers in late spring and early summer, and prefers a sunny spot and well-drained soil.

Suitable for rock gardens, borders and naturalistic plantings.

Also known as “Golden Garlic” for its intense golden colour.

How to grow

Choosing a spot: Choose a sunny spot in the garden with well-drained soil. The allium prefers full sun, but can also tolerate partial shade.

Soil preparation: Loosen the soil to a depth of about 20-30 cm. If the soil is heavy or clayey, add sand or compost to improve drainage.

Planting the bulbs: Plant the bulbs in autumn, about 6-8 weeks before the first expected frosts. Place the bulbs at a depth of about 15 cm and 10-15 cm apart, with the tip up.

Watering: Water well after planting to establish good contact between the bulb and the soil.

Care: No watering is needed in winter, unless there is a prolonged drought. The bulbs will wake up in spring and start to grow. After flowering, let the leaves yellow and wither before cutting them back – this allows the bulb to store energy for the next season.

Feeding: In early spring you can add a balanced fertiliser for bulbous plants to stimulate growth.

Protection: Relatively resistant to pests, but may need protection against snails and slugs.