Burdick'S Wild Leek
Allium burdickii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
6"–12" H × 3"–6" W
Bloom
May, Jun
Native to
AL, GA, IA, IL and 19 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Wild garlic is a native woodland wildflower that produces small white flowers in spring before going dormant by midsummer. This low-growing perennial has narrow, grass-like leaves and forms small clumps that naturalize over time.
In an HOA neighborhood
Burdick'S Wild Leek takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very small size makes it nearly invisible in formal landscapes
- Goes completely dormant by midsummer leaving bare spots
- Grass-like appearance when not blooming may look like weeds
Wildlife value
The spring flowers attract native bees and beetles when few other blooms are available. The early nectar source is particularly valuable for emerging pollinators.
Common questions
- How much sun does Burdick'S Wild Leek need?
- Burdick'S Wild Leek grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Burdick'S Wild Leek bloom?
- Burdick'S Wild Leek blooms in May and June.
- Where is Burdick'S Wild Leek native?
- Burdick'S Wild Leek (Allium burdickii) is native to AL, GA, IA, IL and 19 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Burdick'S Wild Leek attract?
- Burdick'S Wild Leek draws bees and beetles.
- Is Burdick'S Wild Leek HOA-friendly?
- Burdick'S Wild Leek takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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