Wild Leek, Ramp (Allium Tricoccum)best Tasting Member of the Onion Family-20 Seed by wbut2023 ( Allium tricoccum )Considered by many to be the best tasting member of the onion family. The leaves are are very tender early in the Spring and the bulb is edible year round, though they can toughen up in the summer. Broad, smooth, light green leaves, often with deep purple or burgundy tints on the lower stems begin arriving in small troops as soon as the snow disappears. ramp seeds can be sown anytime the soil is not frozen, late summer to early fall is usually considered the best time for seeding ramps. Origin: US Native Other Common Names: Small White Leek, Ramp Duration: Perennial Bloom Time: Summer Height: 6 to 9 Spacing: 12 to 15 Light: Part Sun to Woodland Soil Moisture: Medium USDA Zone: 3a-8b