Allium tuberosum

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Allium tuberosum Rottler ex Spreng. is a late-summer blooming species that's attractive in the garden or perennial border. Be forewarned, it can be very weedy by overly aggressive self-seeding, as reported by some growers, whereas other growers say it is well-behaved. Possibly the climate and garden conditions affect its propensity for weediness. Under the name of 'garlic chives' it is sometimes used as a culinary herb, with the usage originally being more common in several Asian countries. Height range: 30-45 cm. Photos by Arnold Trachtenberg.