Textile onion (Allium textile)

Textile onion

Although edible and safe for human consumption, textile onion, like many members of the Allium textile genus, can be poisonous to pets and livestock in high doses. Textile onion can become a weed due to the difficulty of removing tiny bulblets from the soil.

Scientific classification

Species

Textile onion (Allium textile)

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10 cm to 25 cm

Plant Height

Green, Blue

Leaf Color

6 mm

Flower Size

White, Yellow, Green, Purple

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Spring

Growth Season

Rapid

Growth Rate

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Attributes of Textile onion

Growth Rate

Exhibiting rapid growth in spring, textile onion undergoes swift leaf production and increases in height. This brisk growth results in early formation and maturity of its characteristic bulb, an essential attribute for its reproduction. During other seasons, its growth rate slows, focusing on nutrient storage for the next spring.

Care Guide for Textile onion

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Textile onion, native to North America's dry prairies, is drought-tolerant and requires weekly watering to mimic its natural habitat. Overwatering can harm textile onion. It thrives in well-draining soil, making it ideal for outdoor settings like rock gardens and borders, preventing root rot in wet conditions.

Fertilize: For optimal growth of textile onion, use balanced fertilizers monthly from spring to fall. Follow label instructions for application and adjust during dormancy. Water before and after fertilizing to enhance nutrient absorption and prevent root burn from over-fertilization.

Pruning: Textile onion features slender, grassy leaves and delicate white to pink flowers. Prune in early to late spring, trimming dead foliage and removing bloom stalks to enhance growth. Avoid over-pruning, and use clean, sharp tools for effective maintenance and aesthetic appeal.

Propagation: Textile onion is propagated by dividing mature bulbs into smaller sections, each with a growing point. After foliage dies back, dig up and separate bulbs, replanting at the same depth. Ensure good soil contact and water thoroughly to establish the divisions.

Repotting: Textile onion requires pots with excellent drainage to thrive, ensuring proper root health and preventing waterlogging.

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