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Wild Onions vs. Wild Garlic: Edible but Check for Herbicides

The "wild onions" appearing in lawns are usually wild garlic (Allium vineale), which has round, hollow leaves. True wild onion (Allium canadense) has flat leaves. Both are edible, but verify no herbicides have been applied to the area before harvesting.

And a friendly reminder: brush your teeth after eating them if you plan to be close to anyone!

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