Allium is a large and diverse genus of plants that includes many edible and ornamental species, such as onion, garlic, leek, chive, and ornamental onion. The genus Allium derives its name from the ...

Chives are a completely different plant from green onions, but they are closely related: Chives are in the genus Allium along ...

If you think an allium is for you ... an alternative is to plant other tall, meadow species amongst the alliums for a prairie effect. Sign up to get the BEST of Tom's Guide direct to your inbox.