Allium ursinum 'Golden Fleece'

Price: £5.00

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Brand: The Plantsman's Preference
Family: Alliaceae
Main Season: Spring
Flower Colour: White
Leaf Colour: Yellow
Foliage: Deciduous
Position: Light/Part Shade
Soil Type: Ordinary, medium loam
Height: 15cm to 30cm (6" to 12")
Peat Free? Yes
Hardiness Guide: RHS H7 minimum at least -20C
Pot Size: 9cm

Availability:

Approx. 9 in stock

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Glowing golden yellow foliage on this pretty form of Wild Garlic or Ramsons. Heads of white flowers in spring. Self seeds true to type and is smaller than the green form. 20cm.

I know, you are probably thinking why would I want to grow Wild Garlic in the garden, even if it has a golden yellow leaf?! Well, I was given this a few years ago and was initially very sceptical, expecting it to take over the nursery at a moments notice. I'm please to say it hasn't taken over and I've become rather fond of the foliage and flower combination in the spring. If you're still worried, just dead head the thing!

I'm sure it can be eaten just like the normal green form but haven't tried it yet.

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