Allium amplectens (Narrowleaf Onion) Seed Packet WW

This is an easy wild onion to grow. Smaller in stature, it’s great in front borders, rock gardens, and mixed in meadowscapes. Lovely planted in drifts. Numerous white to pink starry flowers appear in clusters atop straight stems. Very thin, chive-like, foliage fades as blooming begins. A wonderful nectar source for pollinators and is a key species for Fenders Blue butterfly. Does well in clay. Family: Amaryllidaceae Ann/Per: Perennial Sun/Shade: Sun Zones: 6-9 Height: 1 ft (-/+) Bloom time: mid-summer Habitat: open meadows, forest edges, tolerates seasonal moisture - needs to dry out in summer Stratification: 12 weeks Packet contains approx. 175 seeds Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): Yes