Outlines the extensive history and use since the dawn of civilization of alliums, as well as the understanding of their botany and chemistry.

Allium crops include more than 30 species, many of which (for e.g. onions, shallots, garlic, leeks, bunching onions, and chives) are of economic importance. Bul

How to use in the garden, in crafts, and in recipes. Full-color photos.

Relates the production and utilization of onions and other vegetable allium crops to the many aspects of plant science underpinning their production and storage