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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

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.

Burdick'S Wild Leek

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Allium burdickii

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Burdick'S Wild Leek (Allium burdickii) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

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

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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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
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 World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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