Nodding onion (Allium cernuum) Seeds

Native to Maine: No. Native to the prairies of central North America

Growing conditions: Sun to part shade in medium soil

Grows up to: 16"

Blooms: In mid-summer

Pairs well with: Heart-leaved alexander, Jacob's-ladder, flowering raspberry, three-lobed coneflower, Scotch bellflower, and heart-leaved Alexander

Natural habitat: Meadows and woodland edges

Seeds per packet: 50

Germination Code(s): B

These seeds need a winter or cold period to germinate - a minimum of 60 days below 40°F in moist soil (or sand or vermiculite). Sow outdoors in pots November through FebruaryA great species for beginner seed-sowers.