Sicilian Honey Garlic (Allium Siculum) is a perennial bulb in the Amaryllidaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Allium siculum is a bulbous perennial known for its unique pendent umbels of bell-shaped flowers that are cream, green, and maroon in color.

Sicilian Honey Garlic

Sicilian Honey Garlic

Allium Siculum

Allium siculum is a bulbous perennial known for its unique pendent umbels of bell-shaped flowers that are cream, green, and maroon in color.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pest deterrent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sicilian Honey 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