{"product_id":"allium-zebdanense-lebanon-onion-bulbs","title":"Allium zebdanense (Lebanon Onion) Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium zebdanense\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003eLebanon Onion\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a graceful, compact ornamental allium producing loose clusters of delicate white, star-shaped flowers in early summer. Each slender stem carries around 8–10 pristine white blooms, creating a light and airy display quite different from the dense, spherical flower heads associated with many ornamental alliums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing to only around \u003cstrong\u003e25cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, this charming little bulb is particularly useful towards the front of borders, in rock gardens, gravel gardens and containers. Flowering during \u003cstrong\u003eJune and July\u003c\/strong\u003e, it combines beautifully with low-growing perennials and other summer bulbs, while its white flowers provide an attractive contrast against darker foliage and brightly coloured planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAllium zebdanense\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lebanon Onion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e June-July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact bulbous perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, rock gardens, gravel gardens and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers can attract bees and other pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Allium zebdanense\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium zebdanense\u003c\/em\u003e is a relatively dainty member of the ornamental onion family. Rather than producing a single large globe of flowers, its blooms are arranged in loose clusters, giving the plant a much softer and more natural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe individual flowers are particularly attractive when viewed closely. Each has a neat star-like form and clean white colouring, while the flowers are held above narrow green foliage on fine stems. Planted in groups, the blooms create a cloud of white stars hovering just above the surrounding planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Compact White Allium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt around 25cm tall, the Lebanon Onion is an excellent choice where taller ornamental alliums would be overwhelming. It can be positioned towards the front of a sunny border, tucked between rocks or planted through low-growing ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts modest height also makes it particularly suitable for smaller gardens. Plant several bulbs together to create a more substantial display, allowing the loose white flower clusters to mingle naturally rather than arranging the bulbs in straight lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Plant Allium zebdanense\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a position in \u003cstrong\u003esun or light partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e with well-drained soil. Good drainage is especially important during the bulb's dormant period, as alliums generally perform poorly where the ground remains persistently waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is well suited to rock and gravel gardens, raised beds and the front of mixed borders. The compact habit also makes \u003cem\u003eAllium zebdanense\u003c\/em\u003e a useful choice for containers, where its delicate flowers can be appreciated at close range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Plant Allium zebdanense Bulbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the bulbs in autumn with the pointed end facing upwards. As a general guide, bulbs should be planted at around two to three times their own depth. Space them several centimetres apart, preferably in informal groups for the most natural-looking display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your garden has heavy soil, incorporate horticultural grit or other free-draining material into the planting area. In containers, use a good-quality, free-draining compost and ensure that excess water can escape freely from the base of the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFlowering in June and July\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe white flowers appear during \u003cstrong\u003eJune and July\u003c\/strong\u003e, extending the ornamental allium season into early summer. Their simple colour makes them easy to combine with virtually any planting scheme, from pastel cottage-garden combinations to stronger purples, blues and pinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe relatively loose flower heads also introduce movement and texture without dominating neighbouring plants. This makes \u003cem\u003eAllium zebdanense\u003c\/em\u003e especially useful in naturalistic planting where a softer effect is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Allium zebdanense in Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact size of the Lebanon Onion makes it an excellent candidate for pots and containers. Plant several bulbs together for greater impact, either alone or amongst other small spring and summer-flowering bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the container in a bright position and avoid allowing the compost to remain permanently saturated. Once flowering has finished, allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally so that energy can return to the bulb for the following year's growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWildlife Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike many members of the \u003cem\u003eAllium\u003c\/em\u003e genus, the flowers can provide nectar and pollen for visiting insects. Growing a mixture of bulbs and perennials that flower at different times helps provide a longer succession of food for bees and other garden pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crisp white flowers make \u003cem\u003eAllium zebdanense\u003c\/em\u003e exceptionally versatile. It works well with hardy geraniums, nepeta, creeping thyme and other low-growing perennials, while its compact habit allows it to fill spaces beneath taller ornamental plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a predominantly bulb-based display, combine it with different allium species to vary both flower height and shape. Its loose white clusters provide an attractive contrast to the more familiar purple globes of larger ornamental alliums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Allium zebdanense?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate clusters of white star-shaped flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact growth to approximately 25cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers during June and July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent towards the front of borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for rock and gravel gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to combine with other flower colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive to visiting pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent planted in informal groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA charming alternative to large globe-flowered alliums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003edelicate white flowers, compact stature and airy habit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAllium zebdanense\u003c\/em\u003e is an understated but highly attractive ornamental bulb. Plant the Lebanon Onion in groups through borders, rock gardens or containers and its clusters of little white stars will provide an elegant early-summer display year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":62373020664195,"sku":"JA-A1970x10","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":62373020696963,"sku":"JA-A1970x100","price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Bulbs","offer_id":62373020729731,"sku":"JA-A1970x1000","price":599.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/A1970_Allium_zebdanense..webp?v=1789639772","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/allium-zebdanense-lebanon-onion-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}