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Allium cepa 'Burgundy'

Family Alliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 10 - 30 cm (4 - 12 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description Allium cepa 'Burgundy' (garden onion) bears showy and repeat-blooming blooms. This "bulb, corm or tuber" has medium lime foliage that is matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen. The stems are fragrant.
Typical Uses Culinary and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Allium cepa 'Burgundy' . Allium cepa 'Burgundy' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.