Wayside Gardens Allium Ornamental Chive
Best low-maintenance perennial for pollinator-friendly edible gardens.
This is the rare ornamental that earns its keep in the kitchen as much as the garden. You get a reliable, low-maintenance pollinator magnet that doubles as a fresh garnish, though you will need to stay on top of dividing the clumps to keep them from taking over your beds.
$22.95
Who it's for
- Busy gardeners seeking low-maintenance, pest-resistant landscape plants
- Designers wanting extended visual interest and varied bloom heights
- Eco-conscious homeowners looking to support local pollinator populations
Who should skip it
- Gardeners sensitive to strong onion or garlic odors
- Meticulous planners wanting to avoid aggressive plant spreading
- Perfectionists bothered by unsightly post-bloom foliage decline
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A magnet for bees and butterflies throughout the growing season.
Maintenance Effort
Low-maintenance perennial that thrives with minimal intervention from the gardener.
Climate Adaptability
Exceptional cold hardiness allows for success across a wide range.
Culinary Versatility
Edible blooms and foliage offer a functional bonus for home kitchens.
Design Flexibility
Compact size works perfectly in borders, containers, or mass plantings.
Pest Resistance
Lacks natural deer resistance, requiring protection in high-traffic wildlife areas.
Key Specs
SKU
27922
Genus
Allium
Species
schoenoprasum
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
8 inches
Hardiness Zones
3 - 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Growth Habit
Ornamental Grass
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
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