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Good morning.
I have a corner of my garden that has poor drainage, it’s not boggy but heavy rain seems to sit below the surface and takes a while to drain.
I have been looking at an Alum Lily, as they stand proud, full, and upright this would fill the area. Can you tell me please, would the Alum be right for this part of my garden.
Thanks
Sandra Newson.
Leicester.
Hello there,
It’s great that you’re considering the right plant for your garden conditions.
If by “Alum Lily” you mean Allium (often mistakenly called Alum Lily), then unfortunately, it wouldn’t be the best choice for a poorly drained spot. Alliums—like most bulbs—require free-draining soil, especially in winter. If their bulbs sit in wet ground for too long, they are prone to rot.
If your heart is set on Alliums, you could improve the drainage in that area by:
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Mounding the planting area or building a raised bed
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Adding grit or sharp sand to the planting hole
- Mixing in compost or well-rotted manure to improve structure
Our Alliums will be available from September onwards, you will be able to order them in the Summer months.
You can request to be notified when they are back in stock if you click on the variety you would like:
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