onion grass

[snazzyboots]

i searched and didn't find anything on this. we have several patches of onion grass (at least that is what my hubby calls it) i just want to know if it is safe for the chickens to eat. any info is appreciated. thanks

 

[Mac in Wisco]

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It's probably wild onion or something like Star of Bethlehem. It won't hurt them. If they eat enough onion or garlic it may give the eggs an off flavor though.

 

[mistymeadowchicks]

In this area, they're called spring onions & right now that's the only thing in my yard that needs mowing! My free-ranging chickens won't mess with them unfortunately so I guess I'll have to drag the mower out.

 

[snazzyboots]

Thanks. It's the only thing we need to mow right now too. We don't have chickens yet just wanted to be sure before hand.