Drummond's Onion

Allium drummondii, Amaryllidaceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

Pest ConfuserPollinator AttractorProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Turnip-rooted ChervilChaerophyllum bulbosum

Pest Deterrent

Bur ChervilAnthriscus caucalis

Pest Deterrent

Sicilian Earth NutBunium ferulaceum

Pest Deterrent

Moon CarrotSeseli libanotis

Pest Deterrent

Hart's ParsleyPeucedanum cervaria

Pest Deterrent

Woody FleabaneDittrichia viscosa

Pest Deterrent

Hillside BlueberryVaccinium pallidum

Pest Deterrent

Wild BasilClinopodium vulgare

Pest Deterrent

Large-flowered BeardtonguePenstemon grandiflorus

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

Texas BluebonnetLupinus texensis

Pest DeterrentNitrogen Fixation

Wood AvensGeum urbanum

Pest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Yellow SedgeCarex flava

Allium species produce sulfur compounds that can inhibit nearby plant growth, including sedges

Indian PinkSpigelia marilandica

Allium compounds may inhibit other herbaceous plants in close proximity

Uses

Functions

Companion PlantingPrairie RestorationWildlife Food

Edible Parts

BulbsLeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

AntimicrobialRespiratory SupportDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Drummond's Onion grow in?

Drummond's Onion grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Drummond's Onion?

Good companions for Drummond's Onion include Turnip-rooted Chervil, Bur Chervil, Sicilian Earth Nut, Moon Carrot, Hart's Parsley.

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