Alliums, a type of ornamental onion, produce globe-shaped, pinkish-purple flowers that are a striking addition to any garden. They come in various sizes, but all allium varieties are relatively easy ...

Plant after first frost but before the ground freezes so they can develop strong roots for spring blooms. Choose a sunny, well-draining spot, space them 6 to 8 inches apart, and avoid overwatering to ...

Plant allium bulbs in the fall, around the first frost but before the ground freezes, to give them the chilling period they need for strong spring blooms. Choose a sunny, well-draining spot and plant ...

The secret to a great harvest of onions, garlic, shallots, and leeks is planting them at the perfect time. Getting the timing right is important, since planting at the wrong time can result in a ...

Alliums help fill that awkward gap in blooms that comes after the flush of daffodils and tulips in the spring, before the summer annuals and perennials step in. For a brilliant display of the largest ...

A series of queries from a new gardener wanting recommendations for Allium varieties reminded me that I wanted to tuck in a few more before it’s too late. The best time to plant ornamental alliums and ...

Take your garden to new heights with alliums. This ornamental member of the onion family provides welcome color as spring bulbs fade and before summer perennials fill our gardens with colorful blooms.

There is no substitute in the kitchen for the warm, savory flavor of onions and garlic. One reason I love the autumn and winter cool season is that I can grow both, plus a whole host of related herbs ...