| Common Name | Onion Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Latin Name | Allium cepa |
| Flavor Profile | Mild, Tender & Crisp Texture |
| Fruit Size | 3" diameter |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Non-Branching |
| Harvest Advantages | Fresh Eating, Storage |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Edible, Root Vegetable |
| Plant Height | 14" - 16" |
| Plant Resistance | Pink Root Rot |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Hybrid |
| Use | Culinary |
Patterson
Onion Seed
(Long Day) Patterson has the same firmness and storage qualities as Copra, with a larger size, better uniformity. Yield potential is higher with equally matched flavor and storage capacity. The 3-4″ bulbs have dark yellow skin and thin necks that dry quickly with a moderate pungency and good sugar content. They maintain their quality long after other varieties have gone soft.
| Days to Maturity | 85 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 4" - 5" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4” |
| Sowing Method | Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | High |
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