Flat-stalked garlic (Allium nutans)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Flat-stalked garlic (Allium nutans). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant flat-stalked garlic in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Allium nutans can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
• Coastal gardens – are gardens along the coast, typically very exposed to sun and wind;
• Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
• Rock and gravel gardens – are gardens that feature extensive use of rocks and stones and include plants native to rocky or alpine environments;
• Wildlife gardens – natural gardens that feature plants that attract native wildlife such as birds, pollinating insects and small mammals;

Planting type

flat-stalked garlic is normally used in flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden;.