Species Canada Garlic

Canada Garlic

Allium canadense

Canada Garlic is an edible species of wild onion native to North America. It is a perennial plant that produces heads of white flowers above rounded basal leaves shaped like lily of the valley. Its bulbs are purple-tinged, and have a savory garlic-like flavor. Canada Garlic is best planted in early spring in well-draining, moist soil. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and can be harvested during summer months. In addition to its culinary uses, Canada Garlic is also admired for its ornamental value with its delicate, bell-shaped flowers.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Bulbils,Scaling

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Canada Garlic should be watered deeply once a week with 1-2 inches of water. It is best to water at the same time each week, which should be adjusted according to the amount of rainfall and temperature. In hot climates, additional water can be supplied during the summer months. To properly water, ensure that the water soaks deeply into the soil, which encourages root growth. It is important not to let the soil dry out completely between waterings, so check its moisture levels regularly.

sunlight

Canada Garlic enjoys full to partial sun for around 6 hours a day. It will grow just fine in partial shade but won’t flower as profusely as it does in full sun. If given enough sun, it will typically bloom during late spring and early summer.

pruning

Canada garlic should be pruned in late autumn or early winter, just before the ground freezes. Pruning should be done to remove flowers, increase air circulation, stimulate regrowth and create a fuller, healthier plant. Prune flowers just after they fade and before seedheads form. If the flowers are allowed to produce seed, the plant may not be as vigorous the following year. Trim off any discolored or dead foliage, and thin out overcrowded stems in order to allow light and air inside the clump. It is important to take a conservative approach to pruning Canada garlic, as too much will reduce the plants vigor and hardiness.