Hooker's Onion (Allium acuminatum)

Family: Alliaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Allium acuminatum is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds, Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - raw or cooked. Eaten in spring and early summer. A strong flavour. The bulb is 10 - 15mm wide. Leaves - raw or cooked. Used as a relish. Flowers - raw. Used as a garnish on salads. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; Eaten in spring and early summer.; A strong flavour.; The bulb is 10 - 15mm wide.

Habitat & North American Range

Amongst dry sunny rocks on hills and plains. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)