Allium ampeloprasum f. ampeloprasum
Allium ampeloprasum f. ampeloprasum is an edible perennial plant that prefers full sun and medium water. It is suitable for USDA zones 5-8, growing to a height of 0.5-1.2 meters. The plant blooms in summer with white, pink, and purple flowers and prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soil. It is fragrant, supports pollinators, and is non-toxic, but not evergreen.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Peaty, Clay
Height
0.5–1 m
Spread
0.3–0.5 m
Zones
4–9
Flower colors
This plant is related to onions and leeks. The bulbs, leaves, and stems are edible and can be used in cooking. It has a mild onion flavor.
Plant in well-draining soil and provide consistent moisture. It can be grown from bulbs or seeds. Harvest the bulbs in late summer or fall.
