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Location
May not be native
Use Location
Type
Annuals/Per.
This small perennial gives off a mild, oniony scent, growing grass-like leaves and a 1 to 2 feet tall flowering stalk out of a bulb. Out of the stem grows an eye-catching umbel of pink or white flowers. This plant prefers full sun, and in moist, rich soil, and attracts a variety of wildlife, including mammals, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
May Attract
Nodding Onion is thought to attract these families of birds
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Ruby-throated Hummingbird at a butterflyweed. Photo: Dave Maslowski
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