Allium senescens var. glaucum

German Garlic

Family: Amaryllidaceae Amaryllis


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 10B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Mid Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, container, massing, rock garden, specimen
Height 3" to 10" / 10cm to 25cm
Spread 3" to 10" / 10cm to 25cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, fragrant foliage