Nodding Onion (Allium Cernuum) is a perennial bulb in the Amaryllidaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Allium cernuum, commonly known as nodding onion, is a perennial bulbous plant native to North America characterized by nodding clusters of bell-shaped pink to white flowers and grass-like foliage.

Nodding Onion

Nodding Onion

Allium Cernuum

Allium cernuum, commonly known as nodding onion, is a perennial bulbous plant native to North America characterized by nodding clusters of bell-shaped pink to white flowers and grass-like foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attraction, ornamental bulb, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Nodding Onion

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Amaryllidaceae
Genus:Allium