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Angled Onion

Allium Triquetrum

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Overview

Allium triquetrum, commonly known as the Angled Onion, is a perennial bulb featuring delicate, bell-shaped white flowers with a distinct green stripe, blooming in spring. Its stems are approximately 12-18 inches tall and exhibit a unique triangular cross-section. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. It is a low-maintenance choice, ideal for naturalizing in woodland or cottage garden settings. Beware, it may become invasive in some areas.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Type BulbClimate Temperate
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — Beware, it may become invasive in some areas

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Bulb
Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — bloom in the spring from March to May; it is a low-maintenance choice, ideal for naturalizing in woodland or, image 57
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — which can be an intriguing sensory highlight; its stems are approximately 12-18 inches tall and exhibit a unique triangular
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — adorned with a faint green stripe down each petal
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — Its foliage consists of slender; adorned with a faint green stripe down each petal, image 61
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — glossy green leaves that are around 0.4 to 0.6 inches wide and can reach lengths of up to 12 inches; preferring well-drained
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — Its stems are approximately 12-18 inches tall and exhibit a unique triangular cross-section
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — adorned with a faint green stripe down each petal; white flowers in the garden, image 56
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — commonly known as the Angled Onion or Three-Cornered Leek; bulb for full or half
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — creating a soothing and elegant display.<br><br>In addition to its delicate beauty
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — which can be an intriguing sensory highlight
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — white flowers in the garden
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — white flowers in the garden; beware, it may become invasive in some areas, image 67
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — This versatile plant can handle varying light conditions; is a distinctive perennial bulb that can be a compelling addition
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — commonly known as the Angled Onion; this plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — is a distinctive perennial bulb that can be a compelling addition to your garden landscape; commonly known as, image 54
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — Recognizable by its white; which can be an intriguing sensory highlight, image 55
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — This versatile plant can handle varying light conditions
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — glossy green leaves that are around 0.4 to 0.6 inches wide and can reach lengths of up to 12 inches
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — preferring well-drained soil and either full sun or partial shade; commonly known as the Angled Onion
Angled Onion (Allium Triquetrum) — is a distinctive perennial bulb that can be a compelling addition to your garden landscape
Allium Triquetrum
Allium Triquetrum
Allium Triquetrum
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