Red Beard onion

Allium 'Red Beard'

VegetableLiliaceae

Red Beard onion
Deer-resistantFragrantEdible
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Soil types
Sand, loam

Garden uses

BorderContainerFood gardenPollinator gardenRock garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Red Beard' onion (Allium 'Red Beard') is a vegetable for borders, containers, and food gardens. It is typically grown as an annual. Few crops handle cold as well, and with a little winter protection it grows on through light freezes. This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. Deer tend to browse other plants first. Bees and butterflies visit the fragrant plant.

Pairs well with Celebrity Plus tomato, Broccoli, Salad burnet, and Oregano.