Perennial bunching onion that doesn't form a bulb. Provides a year-round supply of green onion-flavoured leaves.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 3–10 | −40 °C to 4.4 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H7 | down to −20 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 3–9 | −34 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 1–6 | −15 °C to 15 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Despite the name, native to East Asia rather than Wales — "Welsh" derives from an old word for "foreign"
- Divide clumps every 2–3 years for steady production
Pet caution: Welsh onion (Bunching onion) is listed as potentially harmful to cats and/or dogs. Keep pets from grazing on it, and contact a vet if you suspect your animal has eaten some.
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