Allium cepa
A large, mild-flavored white onion with good disease resistance. Short-day type suited to Southern, mid-South and Western gardens. Good variety for keeping. Harvest in 170 days.
1.7g.
Light | Full sun |
Row Spacing | 12-18 in |
Plant Spacing | 4 in |
Planting depth | 1/4-1/2 in |
Days to Germination | 10-14 days |
Plant Height | 10-12 in |
Gardener’s Notes: In spring, when night temperatures reach 50F (10C), sow seeds directly outdoors. Sow several inches apart, in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Keep planting area consistently moist but not soggy. Thin seedlings when 3 inches tall to 4 in. apart, and keep well weeded. Harvest bulbs when tops begin turning yellow and fall over. Dig up then dry bulbs on top of the soil for 7-10 days. Remove tops and store in cool dry location.