Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Egyptian walking onions (multiplier onion)

Egyptian walking onions (Allium cepa var. proliferum) are unique in that they grow bulblets on top of their stalks. It’s been a constant in my garden for about 30 years. This is one plant (of many) that does well all over the garden, the pathways, and any other spot it can find! It’s not quite time for the little bulblets to form, but very close. It’s great to have around for adding to salads, first thing in the spring, along with some fresh chives and garlic leaves. Add some fresh thyme and oregano and you have a great bundle of herbs for cooking just about anything.


Walking onions, garlic, oregano & lemon mint, in the pathway, of course.

Bulblets forming... won't be long!