Blue Mountain Onion

Allium dictuon

Blue Mountain Onion

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Amaryllidaceae
Genus:
Allium
Species:
Allium dictuon

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun, jul
Bloom Colors:
Pink, Purple
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: Oregon, Washington

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy loam
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to dry, open woodlands and rocky slopes