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Allium stellatum

Family Alliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 10 - 30 cm (4 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Allium stellatum (autumn onion) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and pink blossoms during mid-summer to early fall. The matte foliage is deep lime in colour, medium in texture, fragrant and semi-evergreen. Allium stellatum (autumn onion) has stems that are fragrant.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, cut flowers, dried flowers and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This "bulb, corm or tuber" attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Allium stellatum tolerates drought.
Cautions Be advised that Allium stellatum (autumn onion) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.