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Allium cepa 'Vidalia'

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 The "bulb, corm or tuber" Allium cepa 'Vidalia' (sweet onion) produces showy and repeat-blooming blossoms. This plant has matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is medium lime in colour. The stems are aromatic.
Typical Uses Culinary and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Allium cepa 'Vidalia' tolerates drought. This "bulb, corm or tuber" attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.