Allium stellatum (Prairie Onion) flower Seeds
Allium stellatum (Prairie Onion)
Prairie Onion is similar to its cousin Nodding onion except for its solid, upright stem and stature. Well-suited to rock gardens and dry-mesic areas like rock outcroppings, Prairie Onion is similar to its cousin Nodding Onion, except for its solid, upright stem and stature. It is deer/rabbit resistant and many pollinating insects will visit the late summer blooms. It is easy to grow from seed but may take many years for a flowering plant – for this reason it may be best to buy a few plants as they respond to yearly bulb divisions well.
Other common names in use: Autumn Onion, Wild Onion or Cliff Onion. Most of the Allium species are edible.
Flower Specifications
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3 – 9
Height: 12 – 18 inches
Bloom Season: Late spring and summer
Bloom Color: Pink
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 6.6 to 7.5
Deer Resistant: Yes
Planting Directions
Temperature: 64 – 72F
Average Germ Time: 56 – 70 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: 1/8 inch
Sowing Rate: 6 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 12 inches
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