German Garlic

Other names

Broadleaf Chives

Growth habit

Geophyte

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Klehm's Song Sparrow Perennial Farm

Description

Substantial selection of the popular Allium senescens 'Glaucum' with slightly taller, thick, twisting, blue-green foliage which in late summer handsomely compliments the tight balls of lavender-purple flowers. Good drainage essential. 8"-10" tall x 15"-18" wide.

USDA Hardiness Zone

3

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics