Spanish Needle Onion

Allium shevockii

Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may, jun, jul
Bloom Colors:
White, Red

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained granitic soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to serpentine soils in California