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Allium senescens

Family Alliaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Allium senescens (mountain garlic) bears light pink blossoms during mid summer to late summer. This plant has deep green foliage.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, cut flowers and edging.
Special Characteristics Allium senescens attracts butterflies to your garden. Allium senescens tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.