Common Names: Nodding Onion
Scientific Name: Allium cernuum
 
Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial
Size: 1-2 ft.
Bloom Color: Pink to White
Bloom Time: Summer
 
 
Growing Conditions
Water Use: Medium
Light Requirement: Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained
 
 
Ecological Benefits
Provides food and habitat for various butterfly and moth species, including native bees, and serves as a crucial nectar source for monarch butterflies during their migrations. Additionally, its seed heads continue to nourish songbirds through the winter months.