
Purple Onion
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Conditions
Zone 9-11, Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade, Light Shade
Family
Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)
Species
Domestica (doh-MESS-tik-a)
Seed Collecting
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Bloom Color
- Red
- Orange
- Red-Orange
- Bright Yellow
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About this plant
Purple Onion is a perennial that grows 12-24 inches tall. It has thin, lance-shaped leaves and small purple flowers.
Ideal growing conditions are full sun and well-drained soils. Purple Onion is a drought tolerant plant that is also resistant to deer and rabbits.
This plant is used in flower arrangements, culinary dishes, and as a medicinal herb.
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