Prairie Onion
Allium stellatum, commonly known as the autumn onion, prairie onion, cliff onion, or glade onion, is a North American species of wild onion in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to central Canada and the central United States.
Description
Plant type: Perennial
Height: 12-24 inches
Spread: 6-12 inches
Bloom time: Late summer to early fall
Flower color: Lavender-pink and white
Foliage: Grass-like, green
Light requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil moisture: Dry to average
Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
Hardiness zones: 4-8
Features
Upright, solid stem
Star-shaped clusters of flowers
Strong onion-like scent
Deer and rabbit resistant
Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
Edible (although the flavor is strong)
Uses
Ornamental plant in gardens
Wildflower meadows
Borders
Rock gardens
Cut flowers
Culinary (used in small amounts)
Care
Easy to grow and care for
Requires little watering once established
Fertilize monthly during the growing season
Divide plants every 3-4 years
Deadhead flowers to encourage reblooming
Propagation
Seeds
Bulbs
he Prairie Onion, also known as Allium stellatum, is native to a number of states in central and western North America, including:
United States:
Arkansas
Iowa
Illinois
Indiana
Kansas
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
North Carolina
North Dakota
Oklahoma
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Wisconsin
Wyoming
