Nodding Onion,Wild Onion. A bulbous perennial with dark-green leaves. Pendent umbels of bell-shaped, pink flowers on stiff stems. Max Height 70cm. Max Spread 12cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball.
Allium cernuum
A bulbous perennial with dark-green leaves. Pendent umbels of bell-shaped, pink flowers on stiff stems.
Additional information
| Generic | Allium |
|---|---|
| Species | cernuum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Nodding Onion, Wild Onion |
| Flower Colour | purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 70cm |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Spread | 12cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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