Originating at Hortech, this excellent dwarf selection is unique for its bright blue-green, cork-screw leaves and summer-long display of lavender-pink flowers. It is easy to grow in any garden soil, drought resistant and looks excellent with companions.
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Details
Hardiness Zone:
3
Blossom Color:
Rose to Pink
Growth Habit:
Clump Forming
Max Height:
12"
Texture:
Medium Texture
Recommended Spacing:
10" to 14"
We sell this plant in these containers:
#1 Pot
Special Characteristics
Cuttings
Seasonal Effect
Moderate Area
Salt Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Butterflies
Bees
Large Area
Deer Resistant
Sandy Soil Tolerant
Fragrant Flowers
Hortech Original
Controls Erosion
Features
This excellent dwarf selection is unique for its bright blue-green, cork-screw leaves, and summer-long floral display.
Landscape Value
Providing season long interest this allium works well as an edging, accent, or even in a container.
Care
Watering:
Blue Twister™ Ornamental Chive is very drought tolerant and typically only needs watering during the hottest days of summer.
Fertilizing:
Blue Twister™ Ornamental Chive is a moderate feeder, benefiting from a couple of annual applications of slow release fertilizer. A spring application of a 3-1-2 ratio (such as a 15-5-10) can be applied at a rate of about 10 pounds per 1000 square feet, and during early fall, an application of a 2-1-2 ratio (such as a 10-5-10) can be applied to encourage root development and cold hardiness.
Pruning:
Blue Twister™ Ornamental Chive is a deciduous plant (nonevergreen) and does not require pruning. It is perfectly acceptable to allow the dropped leaves to decompose and nourish the soil.
