Allium sphaerocephalon, a beautifully understated ornamental garlic.

Small summer scene in the late afternoon: Allium sphaerocephalon is the last ornamental garlic to bloom in the garden. Here, it is paired with the yellow flowers of Asphodeline liburnica, creating a wonderful contrast while remaining elegantly discreet. It is worth noting that it thrives particularly well in warm situations, in well-draining soil.

The flowers of Asphodeline liburnica open in the late afternoon when temperatures drop.

Allium sphaerocephalon

A tip for successfully growing Allium sphaerocephalon in heavy soil: Plant the bulbs directly on a bed of gravel and replace the soil with pure sand; the bulb will be above water in winter and protected from rot.