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Allium senescens ssp. montanum

Family Alliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   4a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 10 - 45 cm (4 - 18 in)
Spread 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description Allium senescens ssp. montanum (Siberian onion) bears showy and light pink blossoms. This "bulb, corm or tuber" has medium green foliage that is showy, matte, medium textured and aromatic. The stems are fragrant.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, culinary, cut flowers, dried flowers, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This "bulb, corm or tuber" attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Allium senescens ssp. montanum tolerates drought.
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.