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Nodding Onion

Allium cernuum, Amaryllidaceae

Zones
3a–8b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Cushaw SquashCucurbita argyrosperma
Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent
QuinceCydonia oblonga
Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Mangium AcaciaAcacia mangium

Fast-growing acacia creates heavy shade and produces compounds inhibiting native allium species

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

LeavesFlowers

Common Questions

What zones does Nodding Onion grow in?

Nodding Onion grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 8b.

What are good companion plants for Nodding Onion?

Good companions for Nodding Onion include Cushaw Squash, Quince.

Design guilds with Nodding Onion and see companion relationships visually.

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