Allium amplectens

Also Known As

Slim-leaf Onion

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Allium amplectens plant details

Allium amplectens is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Allium amplectens

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Allium amplectens

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native up and down the West Coast, with pale pink to white flowers this little onion is a cinch to grow. Native pollinators love the showy long lived flowers. Freely reseeding, large bunches of these flowers are colorful over 6 weeks. 8 in. tall.