Allium cernuum 4"

Nodding Onion is known for the unique orientation of its flowers, which face downward, "nodding" towards the ground. Pom-poms of star-like blossoms dangle from each stem in shades of cream, pale pink and light lavender. This gives pollinating bees a priority because they are not phased by gathering nectar and pollen while hanging upside-down. 

Allium cernuum grows best in full or partial sun, but appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summers. Easily grown in moist to average, well-drained soil. Grows 18-24 inches fall and is hardy to Zone 3. Plants will naturalize by self-seeding and bulb offsets in optimum growing conditions. Deadhead flowers before seed sets to help control any unwanted spread. 

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