Species Narrow-Leaved Wild Leek

Narrow-Leaved Wild Leek

Allium tricoccum var. burdickii

Narrow-Leaved Wild Leek (Allium tricoccum var. burdickii) is a perennial wildflower native to the United States. It is a member of the onion family and is also known as wood leek or ramps. It is found in damp woods and thickets in the rocky Appalachian Mountains and bears a single, curved bright green stem with narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It produces a single white star-shaped flower in early spring. The narrow-leaved wild leek is edible, and its strong garlicky scent adds flavor to salads and soups. It can also be pickled, fried, and dried for later use.

Watering:

Frequent

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Wild Chives should be watered once every 7-14 days, depending on environmental factors like humidity and temperature. The soil should be kept consistently moist, but not soggy. Water the plant until water runs through the drainage holes to ensure thorough hydration. Additionally, it should be misted or spritzed with water regularly to maintain adequate humidity levels.

sunlight

Wild chives are perennials that prefer full sun conditions, needing at least 6-8 hours of sunlight a day. They will tolerate partial shade, but will be more prolific with more sun. They should be planted in a location that receives morning or late afternoon sun, as the intense midday sun can cause them to dry out too quickly. Wild chives should be planted in spring after all danger of frost has passed.

pruning

Wild Chives should be pruned in late spring or early summer. You should remove any dead or damaged foliage and clip to remove spent flower heads. Pruning should be light, with no more than 1-third of the plant removed to maintain its shape and vigor. Prune the sturdy grass-like stalks of Wild Chives close to the ground to prevent the formation of flower stalks, which should be cut off and can be added to salads. Pruning Wild Chives will also encourage the growth of more flavorful, succulent new shoots.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

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