Plant allium bulbs from September to December. If needed, keep them in their open packets somewhere cool, dry and well ventilated until planting.
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'Blue Monday'
Allium 'Blue Monday' arrives just as the garden begins to gather momentum, lifting borders with rounded clusters of star-shaped flowers in an unusually clear shade of violet-blue. Held aloft on sturdy stems, each globe seems to hover above neighbouring plants, bringing structure without heaviness and colour without shouting for attention. Allium 'Blue Monday' has a wonderfully contemporary feel, yet it sits just as comfortably among cottage garden favourites as it does in more naturalistic planting schemes. As the flowers gradually open, the effect becomes increasingly intricate, with dozens of tiny blooms creating a soft, shimmering haze that catches the light beautifully. Pollinators are particularly fond of Allium litvinovii 'Blue Monday', adding movement and life to its already captivating display.
Flowering in late spring to early summer, Allium 'Blue Monday' bridges the gap between spring bulbs and the height of the summer border with effortless elegance. Its cool colouring combines beautifully with ornamental grasses, hardy geraniums, Salvia and early-flowering perennials, while the architectural flowerheads provide valuable contrast to softer forms. Even after flowering, the seedheads remain attractive, extending the season of interest well beyond the blooms themselves. Plant Allium 'Blue Monday' in generous drifts for maximum impact, or weave smaller groups through mixed borders where its distinctive flowerheads can emerge unexpectedly between surrounding foliage. Reliable, easy to grow and remarkably versatile, Allium litvinovii 'Blue Monday' is one of those plants that quietly elevates an entire planting scheme while asking very little in return.
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Choose full sun or partial shade. Improve heavy soil with organic matter and horticultural grit. For containers, use peat-free multipurpose compost with good drainage.
Plant bulbs pointed side upwards, two to three times their own height deep. A slightly flattened side is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about.
Space small bulbs around 5cm apart. Larger bulbs need more room, generally around twice their own width apart, so their foliage and flowers can develop freely.
Water after planting if the soil is dry, then only when needed. After flowering, allow the foliage to die back naturally. Decorative seedheads can remain in place.
- Botanical name
- Allium litvinovii 'Blue Monday'
- Flower colour
- Blue
- Bulb size
- 5/+
- Established height
- 30-50cm
- Established spread
- 10-20cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
- Upright
- Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant spacing
- 60 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
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Loam
Sandy
Clay
Stony
Multipurpose compost - Suitable for
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Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower Gardens
Borders
Gravel gardens - Sunlight
- Full sun
- Toxicity
- Skin/eyes irritant
- Years to establish
- 1st year
Good for cutting
Pollinator-friendly
Farmer Gracy exclusive
Thrives in full sun
Perennial
Fully hardy
Packed in paper
Low maintenance
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