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Kapiteyn 1 Allium ‘Party Balloons’ Spring Flowering Bulbs

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Kapiteyn 1 Allium ‘Party Balloons’ Spring Flowering Bulb – Giant Ornamental Onion with Bold Purple Globes

Product Introduction
Kapiteyn Allium ‘Party Balloons’ is a striking spring-flowering bulb that produces large, globe-shaped clusters of purple blooms on tall, sturdy stems. Perfect for adding height, texture, and drama to borders and garden displays.

Key Features

  • Bold spherical flower heads in vivid purple tones

  • Grows tall – ideal for adding vertical interest to borders

  • Attracts bees and pollinators to your garden

  • Excellent cut flower and stunning in dried arrangements

  • Hardy and low maintenance – great for UK gardens

  • Pairs beautifully with perennials and ornamental grasses

Detailed Description
Make a bold statement in your spring garden with the Kapiteyn Allium ‘Party Balloons’ Spring Flowering Bulb. Known for its towering stems and giant, perfectly rounded blooms, this ornamental onion creates a showstopping effect in beds and borders. The deep violet-purple flowers appear in late spring to early summer and are a favourite among pollinators, making your garden both beautiful and biodiverse. Its architectural form works well in both formal planting schemes and more naturalistic styles. Easy to grow in sunny or partially shaded spots with well-drained soil, ‘Party Balloons’ also makes a long-lasting cut flower and looks equally stunning when dried for indoor arrangements.

Specifications

  • Bulb count: 1 bulb per pack

  • Planting time: September to December

  • Flowering period: May to June

  • Height: Approx. 90–120 cm (35–47")

  • Position: Full sun or partial shade

  • Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

  • Flower type: Large globe-shaped allium

  • Supplied as dormant bulb

Care Tips
Plant bulb at a depth of around 15 cm in well-drained soil. Space well apart to allow for mature spread. Water after planting and allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to feed the bulb. Leave in the ground to naturalise and return year after year.

Call to Action
Elevate your spring garden with the towering beauty of Kapiteyn Allium ‘Party Balloons’. Ideal for adding bold colour and architectural interest – order today and let your garden bloom in style.

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Delivery

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Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

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- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

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Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

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Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

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Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.