Mountain Garlic (Allium Lusitanicum) 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 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Allium lusitanicum is a bulb-forming perennial ornamental onion known for its slender architectural form and soft lilac-pink hemispherical flower clusters.

Mountain Garlic

Mountain Garlic

Allium Lusitanicum

Allium lusitanicum is a bulb-forming perennial ornamental onion known for its slender architectural form and soft lilac-pink hemispherical flower clusters.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, deer resistant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Garlic

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Amaryllidaceae
Genus:Allium