| Common Name | Onion Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Latin Name | Allium cepa |
| Flavor Profile | Mild, Slightly Sweet |
| Fruit Size | 3" - 4" diameter |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Non-Branching |
| Harvest Advantages | Fresh Eating, Slicing |
| 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 |
| Germination Days | 10-15 days |
| Germination Lighting | No |
| Germination Info | Cover Seeds |
| Soil Temperature | 75° |
Candy
Onion Seed
(Day-Neutral) This is a mild onion that can be grown in the north or south and will store, too. Candy is a hybrid that has a very sweet, mild flavor, and medium bulb size. Neck is small for good curing and has a beautiful golden brown exterior.
| Days to Maturity | 90 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 4" - 5" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4” |
| Row Spacing | 12" - 18" |
| Sowing Method | Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | High |
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