Nodding Onion (Allium cernuum)

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

Allium cernuum is a BULB growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf from February to December, in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavoured, it is mainly used as a flavouring. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; Strongly flavoured, it is mainly used as a flavouring.; The bulb is about 50mm tall and 15mm wide.; Leaves - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Ledges, gravels, rocky or wooded slopes and crests ascending to high altitudes. Widely distributed on moist soils in mountainous and cool regions to 3500 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)