How to Sow and Plant
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Sow Long Red Onion Seeds outdoors from March to May in rows spaced 25 cm apart. Plant seeds about 1 cm deep in well-drained, sunny soil. Once seedlings reach 5 cm tall, thin them to 2.5 cm apart. After 6 to 8 weeks, thin again to 10 cm to allow bulbs to develop fully. These onions can be harvested early for fresh, mildly spicy salad onions or left to mature into elongated, sweet-spicy shallot-type bulbs. For best results, ensure the soil remains moderately moist but not wet throughout the growing period.
Long Red Onion Florence thrives in sunny, well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Ensure gradual thinning to encourage the development of elongated bulbs, spacing plants adequately for optimal growth. Harvest early for fresh, mildly spicy salad onions or allow full maturation for sweeter, spicier bulbs. After harvesting, dry the onions outdoors thoroughly before storing. Regular monitoring of soil moisture and sunlight will support robust growth and enhance the distinctive flavor profile of this Mediterranean shallot variety.
Sow these long red onion seeds outdoors from March to April in well-drained, sunny soil, planting them about 1 cm deep in rows spaced 25 cm apart. Thin seedlings when they reach 5 cm tall to 2.5 cm apart, then again to 10 cm after 6β8 weeks to promote larger bulbs. Harvest early for fresh, mildly spicy salad onions or allow onions to mature until September-October for sweet, elongated bulbs with a subtle spicy touch. Ensure bulbs dry well in the garden before storing indoors to preserve their vibrant flavor and texture.
What type of onions do these Long Red Onion Seeds produce?
These seeds grow into elongated red onions from the Florence variety, known for their mild flavor with a subtle spicy touch and a vibrant purple-red color.
When and how should I sow Long Red Onion Florence seeds?
Sow the seeds outdoors from March to May in rows spaced 25 cm apart, planting them about 1 cm deep in well-drained, sunny soil.
How do I care for the seedlings after sowing?
Once seedlings reach 5 cm tall, thin them to 2.5 cm apart, and after 6 to 8 weeks, thin again to 10 cm to allow bulbs to develop fully.
What are the ideal growing conditions for these onions?
They thrive in sunny, well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Gradual thinning supports the development of elongated bulbs.
When can I harvest the onions, and what flavors can I expect?
You can harvest early for fresh, mildly spicy salad onions or wait until September or October to get sweeter, spicier elongated bulbs.
How should I handle the onions after harvesting?
After harvesting, dry the onions thoroughly outdoors before storing to maintain their quality and flavor.