Plants in genus allium
Allium cepa 'Red Amposta'
Allium cepa 'Red Amposta' is an intermediate-day onion known for its large, reddish-purple, globe-shaped bulbs with red and white rings. It has a snappy, sweet flavor and grows best in latitudes 32-42, making it a popular choice for gardeners in those regions.
Allium sativum
This large garlic cultivar was discovered on the Colville Native American Reservation and has a robust flavor that is not overwhelmingly spicy. It matures in mid-season, producing large, white and purple-blotched bulbs with 8-20 cloves per bulb, and can be stored for up to 10 months.
Allium ampeloprasum ssp. porrum
Allium ampeloprasum ssp. porrum, known for its mild onion flavor, is a cold-tolerant plant that can withstand temperatures as low as 20°F. It produces compact stems that thicken without forming bulbs and can be left in the garden for an extended harvest.
Allium cepa
The Allium cepa, known as an Italian heirloom onion, is a unique torpedo-type red onion with a sweet flavor, ideal for roasting and grilling. Its wine-colored, flattened globes measure about 1 inch high and 2 to 3 inches in diameter. This intermediate-day onion is best suited for latitudes 32-42 and is resistant to pink root. It produces large, easy-to-peel bulbs with white flesh and straw-colored skin, yielding up to a pound per bulb. The onion is not recommended for cold climates but thrives in southern states from fall to spring. It is a cross between a shallot and an onion, known in France as Cuisse de Poulet du Poitou, and is recognized for its sweet, mild flavor and resistance to bolting.
Allium schoenoprasum
Allium schoenoprasum, commonly known as chives, is an easy-to-grow perennial herb with edible flowers and a subtle onion flavor. It is drought-tolerant and low maintenance, making it ideal for containers and indoor cultivation year-round. Chives are loved by bees and are often used in chive vinegar, salads, and floral arrangements. This versatile herb is a great addition to any garden, providing both culinary and ornamental value.
Allium tuberosum
Allium tuberosum, also known as garlic chives, is a rhizomatous, clump-forming perennial native to Shanxi, China. It features strap-shaped leaves and white flowers in round clusters on stalks 10-24 inches tall. This plant is cold-hardy to USDA zones 4-10 and is used both as an ornamental and culinary herb, with a flavor more like garlic than chives.
Allium cristophii
Allium cristophii, also known as Star of Persia, is a striking ornamental plant native to Iran, Turkey, and Turkmenistan. It features large, showy umbels of silvery pink star-shaped flowers that bloom in early summer. This plant is drought-tolerant, prefers well-drained sandy soil, and is toxic to pets.
Allium senescens
Allium senescens is an ornamental plant native to northern Europe and Asia, known for its pink flowers in umbels that bloom in mid to late summer. With a height range of 8 to 40 inches, this plant features thin, straplike foliage and is recognized for its ornamental value and as a gene source for the common onion.
Allium victorialis
Allium victorialis is an early-emerging plant with glossy green, paddle-shaped leaves that reach about 1 foot tall. In May, it produces a 2-foot tall flower spike topped with a 2.25-inch wide ball of greenish-white flowers. This plant was collected at 5000 feet in Northern Spain's Cantabria region and is known for its resilience, with no seedlings observed in over a decade. It is a sun-loving perennial that attracts butterflies and is resistant to rabbits, making it a robust choice for gardens.
Allium cepa 'Monastrell'
Allium cepa 'Monastrell' is a late-season, intermediate-day onion known for its uniform, slightly flattened red globes, measuring 3.5 to 4 inches in diameter. This variety is particularly resistant to sunscald and has a high percentage of single-centered bulbs, making it ideal for growing in latitudes between 32 and 42 degrees. Its robust nature and consistent quality make it a reliable choice for onion enthusiasts.
Allium fistulosum
Allium fistulosum, commonly known as Japanese scallions, is a perennial plant with long, slender, and mild-flavored leaves. It is heat-tolerant and disease-resistant, making it ideal for summer and fall harvests. This plant does not develop bulbs and can multiply by forming perennial evergreen clumps. It is an important ingredient in Asian cuisine and is known for its adaptability to various growing conditions.
Allium cepa 'Cabernet'
Allium cepa 'Cabernet' is a globe-shaped onion with burgundy skin and a sweet flavor. It is an intermediate-day onion, best suited for growing in latitudes 32-42, and can be stored for up to 6 months, making it a practical choice for home gardeners.
Allium altaicum
Allium altaicum is a perennial plant native to Central Asia, forming 1.5-foot tall by 3-foot wide clumps. It features widely inflated blue leaves and 30-inch tall stalks topped with 2-inch balls of white flowers. This plant thrives in dry, well-drained sites and is considered a possible progenitor of the green bunching onion. Its unique foliage and flowers make it a striking addition to rock gardens.
Allium sativum 'Musik Porcelain'
Allium sativum 'Musik Porcelain' is a type of hardneck garlic known for its large cloves and medium spiciness. It features smooth, tightly wrapped bulbs and is particularly hardy, thriving in zones 3-9. This variety is ideal for cooler climates and is best planted in the fall for an early summer harvest. It is renowned for its rich musky flavor and excellent storage capabilities, lasting 7-9 months. The plant matures in about 290 days and typically produces 4-5 cloves per bulb.
Allium thunbergii 'White Flower Form'
Allium thunbergii 'White Flower Form' is a perennial with narrow onion-like foliage that forms a 1-foot wide mound. It produces 1-inch white flower balls in October, adding a touch of elegance to fall gardens. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and is resistant to rabbits.
Allium 'Gladiator'
Allium 'Gladiator' is a striking perennial known for its tall, round purple-red blooms that attract butterflies and bees. Growing up to 4 feet tall, this plant thrives in USDA zones 4-9 and prefers full sun with well-drained soil. Its grassy mounds of green onion-like foliage add texture to gardens, making it a popular choice for pollinator-friendly landscapes. Its low-maintenance nature and vibrant blooms make it a favorite among gardeners.
Allium cernuum
Allium cernuum, also known as nodding onion, is a perennial bulb with light lavender blooms that attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. This edible native plant adds dynamic motion to the garden with its swaying flowers. It is well-suited for naturalizing in water-wise gardens but can become invasive in some areas. Its unique appearance and ecological benefits make it a valuable addition to diverse landscapes.
Allium texanum
Allium texanum is a deer-resistant perennial with narrow blue-grey foliage that forms an 18-inch wide mound. It flowers from mid-May to late June with 15-inch tall stalks of white flowers. This plant goes dormant by late summer and re-emerges in November, making it a reliable choice for perennial gardens.
Allium sativum 'Duganski Purple Stripe'
Allium sativum 'Duganski Purple Stripe' is a garlic variety known for its strong, pungent flavor and violet-hued cloves. Each bulb contains 10-12 cloves, with a storage life of 5-6 months. This garlic is notable for its purple and white striped wrappers.
Allium giganteum
Allium giganteum is a spring-flowering bulb known for its purplish-red globes atop short stems and green strappy foliage. It prefers full sun in cooler climates and partial shade in hotter areas, thriving in rich, well-drained soil. This plant is excellent for cut or dried flower arrangements.
Allium sativum 'Music'
Allium sativum 'Music' is a high-yielding garlic variety with very large bulbs and cold tolerance. Each bulb contains 4-6 cloves with white skins and a pink blush, and it can be stored for approximately 9 months.
Allium sativum 'German White'
Allium sativum 'German White' is a type of porcelain garlic known for its strong, robust flavor and high sugar content. Each bulb contains 4 to 7 cloves with white skins and red-striped wrappers. This garlic is cold-tolerant and can be stored for up to six months.
Allium nevskianum
Allium nevskianum is a spring-flowering Asian species known for its huge ball-shaped rosy blooms on short stems. It features broad, pleated foliage and is hardy in USDA zones 4-8. This plant is pollinator-friendly and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, making it a vibrant addition to sunny garden spaces.
Allium sativum 'Romanian Red'
Allium sativum 'Romanian Red' is a porcelain garlic variety known for its large, dense bulbs with 4 to 5 cloves each. It has a hot and pungent flavor and is valued for its good storage capability, making it a popular choice for culinary use.
Allium 'Pink Feathers'
Allium 'Pink Feathers' is a drought-tolerant plant that forms a 20-inch wide clump over ten years. It features glossy green, slightly twisted leaves and deer-resistant, light lavender flower spheres. This plant is easy to grow and thrives in full sun.
Allium sativum 'Chesnok Red'
Allium sativum 'Chesnok Red' is a hardneck garlic variety known for its reddish-purple skinned cloves and rich, sweet flavor when roasted. It produces 9-12 cloves per bulb and is hardy in USDA zones 3-8. This heirloom cultivar requires full sun and well-drained soil, with planting recommended in fall or spring depending on the zone. It is valued for its robust flavor and buttery texture, storing well for 4 to 6 months.