Nodding Pink Onion
Nodding Pink Onion is long-lived, super hardy and looks great in short prairie gardens and meadows. Plant this native allium in masses for a stunning late summer effect. Nodding Pink Onion does best in full or partial sun, and moist to medium conditions …
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
|---|---|
| Soil Moisture | Medium, Moist |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Height | 1' - 2' |
| Bloom Color | White, Pink |
| Bloom Time | July, Aug |
| Spacing | 6" - 1' |
| Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Root Type | Bulb |
| Benefits | Pollinators, Deer Resistant |
| Seeds per Oz | 7700 |
| Propagation Treatment | Moist Stratification |
| Days to Moist Stratify | 30 days |
| Direct Sowing Time | Fall |
Allium cernuum is easily recognized by the distinctive arch at the top of the stem. Rising above a base of strappy grass-like foliage, each stem presents a delicate umble of pink flowers that nods, facing mostly downward due to the curve at the top of the stem. The bloom color can vary quite a bit, from whitish to pink or lilac, and the individual flower stems are often a burgundy color. The flower clusters attract a range of pollinators, but especially bumble bees, which are strong enough to gather nectar and pollen while hanging upside-down.
Easy to grow under average garden conditions Nodding Pink Onion is long-lived, super hardy and looks great in short prairie gardens and meadows. Plant this native allium in masses for a stunning late summer effect or mingled in a matrix of Fox Sedge. Allium cernuum does best in full sun, and moist to medium conditions, including damp clay. Plants will spread more readily in a moist setting and less so on a drier site. As part of the onion family, herbivores such as rabbits and deer tend to steer clear of this plant.
