| Common Name | Purple Onion |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Allium |
| Species | Atropurpureum |
| Origin | Turkey, Iran |
| Blooming | Summer, June to July |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green basal foliage with purple flowers |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy or loamy soil with moderate organic matter
Water regularly during active growth and bloom, reduce significantly after foliage dies back
Full sun preferred for best flowering, tolerates partial shade in hot climates
Apply balanced bulb fertilizer in early spring before emergence
Remove spent flower heads post-bloom, cut back yellowed foliage to ground level
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