| Common Name | Azure Onion |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Allium |
| Species | Caeruleum |
| Variety | azure |
| Origin | Central Asia / Mediterranean |
| Blooming | Late spring, spherical blue umbels on leafless stems. |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green / Blue-grey |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained sandy loam; gritty mix prevents bulb rot during dormancy.
Moderate moisture during active growth; allow soil to dry completely in summer dormancy.
Full sun exposure required for robust flowering and bulb development.
Apply balanced bulb fertilizer at planting or early spring before sprouting.
Cut back yellowed foliage after blooming to direct energy to the bulb.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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