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Allium rotundum subsp. jajlae
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Allium rotundum subsp. jajlae, also known as the violet-flowered garlic or round-headed leek, is a tall ornamental garlic, vividly coloured from raspberry-red to ruby. It catches everyone's attention in the garden. Similar to rocambole garlic (A. scorodoprasum) in its overall appearance, this bulbous plant grows in large colonies but does not produce bulblets in its inflorescence. Its dense and elongated umbels are composed of small star-shaped flowers in purplish tones bordered with pink, carried on uneven petioles. They bloom at the top of a sturdy stem facing the wind. It is an extraordinary border plant, and its flowers are beautiful in bouquets.Â
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Allium rotundum belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a species found in a vast area ranging from Spain to Morocco, Iran, and western Russia. The denomination of the subspecies jajlae is controversial, with some official sources considering it a synonym of A. rotundum. The former denomination is A. scorodoprasum subsp. rotundum. It is a bulbous plant that prefers light and rather dry soil, with a tendency towards limestone, clay, and loam, and is poor in organic matter (humus, compost).
This rotundum ornamental garlic produces up to 50 underground bulbs and bulbils, which are small and ovoid, allowing it to grow in beautiful clumps. Each bulb produces a stiff, cylindrical stem with leaves that extend to the middle. The aromatic leaves, resembling grass, are linear, flat, and smooth, measuring up to 40cm (16in) long. They are edible and used in Crimean Greek cuisine. The flowering is popular with pollinating insects. It takes place between May and early July, depending on the climate. The floral stems rise up to 60 to 80cm (24 to 32in) from the ground, depending on growing conditions. Each stem carries an irregular oval inflorescence surrounded by membranous bracts. This inflorescence is composed of 100 to 200 small star-shaped flowers tightly packed together. Each bell-shaped flower measures up to 7mm in diameter. The petals are a purple-red colour with a pale-pink margin. The pedicels that bear the flowers are unequal: at the base of the inflorescence, they are shorter and reflexed. The foliage yellows and disappears after flowering, which is a good adaptation to hot and dry summer conditions. This plant reproduces mainly through the production of numerous bulbils.
Relatively easy to grow, Allium rotundum subsp. jajlae appreciates any type of moist soil during its growing period, but always well-drained. It loves full sun. Used in borders or as edging, it can also be grown in pots to enjoy its beautiful flowering on a balcony or patio. Enhance your bouquets with its fresh or dried flowers, where they will add a colourful and unusual touch. Plant it in groups of 5, nestled among medium-sized grasses, tall and light perennials like fennel, or near broom plants. It will have a stunning effect in a wildflower meadow, alongside poppies, damask nigellas, and other centaureas. For a spectacular sculptural effect, pair it with Buxus balls. This garlic can also be grown in the vegetable garden to supply cut flowers.
Handy vegetable tip: plant a few ornamental garlics in the middle of strawberry plants to protect them from fungal diseases and add some pleasant blooms that are sometimes lacking among the vegetables.
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Allium rotundum subsp. jajlae is an ornamental garlic that is rather easy to grow in ordinary, well-drained soil, even if dry in summer. Plant it preferably before the end of October so that it has time to establish itself well. Alliums fear winter humidity and waterlogged soils that cause the bulbs to rot. Give them a sunny spot in light, loamy, sandy, or even slightly rocky soil. Bury them at a depth of 10 or 15cm (4 or 6in), spaced 10cm (4in) apart. They are not very demanding and prefer moderately fertile soil, but occasionally appreciate a slow-release fertiliser in poor soils.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
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The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.