Common Name
Nodding onion
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
2.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Commercially available
Yes
Rabbit resistant
Yes
Additional Info
Habitat: Rock outcrops, woodlands, and dry forests on mafic, calcareous, or shaley substrates; at higher elevations, it is more tolerant of nutrient-poor substrates and occurs in various forested and open habitats such as meadows. Common in the mountains; rare in the piedmont.
Wildlife value: In June to Aug. the nodding clusters of pink flowers appear and are attractive to pollinators.
Notes: Drought-tolerant once established and easy to grow. The plant will grow 1-2 feet tall with long grass-like foliage.
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Late Summer
Bloom Month
June
July
August
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Dry
Soil Texture
High organic matter
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Carries Seeds (may not be available)