Alliums are in the same family as garlic, onions, chives, and shallots. This makes gardeners wonder if they should include them in their ornamental gardening plans, as it conjures up images of supermarket produce. But because good garden designs are often made up of contrasting shapes, Alliums rounded blooms make for great drama and interest in the garden. The Allium group gets more popular annually, and no wonder, from over 300 species to choose from. They amaze everyone, and few plants create this kind of wow in the garden.
