{"product_id":"ga-oignon-red-geneva-bio","title":"Organic 'Red Geneva' Onion","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"117\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eOrganic 'Red Geneva' onion (Allium cepa) from the seed company Gaia, a flattened red onion with remarkable storage qualities\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eThe 'Red Geneva' onion forms \u003cstrong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eflattened\u003c\/strong\u003e bulbs of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"198\"\u003ebright, vibrant red\u003c\/strong\u003e , measuring 2.5 to 3.5 inches in diameter. A heritage variety from the Sativa Rheinau selection, it matures more slowly than other red onions but is distinguished by its \u003cstrong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eexcellent storage capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e , lasting up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"439\"\u003e4 to 5 months\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its firm, juicy flesh makes it a versatile onion for salads, marinades, roasts, and stews. Robust, hardy, and reliable, it remains a popular choice for gardeners who want a high-quality red onion with a long shelf life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Brassicaceae, Carrot, Tomato, Lettuce, Beetroot, Parsnip, Chamomile, Rose, Strawberry \u003cbr data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"830\"\u003eNefarious plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Beans, Peas, Asparagus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"877\"\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Flattened bulbs, upright foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"915\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"935\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 30 to 45 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 100 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Flattened red bulb, excellent storage (4–5 months), slow ripening, 2.5–3.5 in. size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bluish-green\u003cbr data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Firm, juicy flesh, sweet and tangy taste\u003cbr data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Down to -12°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eStart sowing \u003cstrong data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003e10 to 12 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before transplanting. Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e3–6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep and, when the seedlings reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e12.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , prune them back to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e2.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage a thicker stem. Transplant to full sun (level 3) and water regularly (level 3). Space \u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e7–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart for medium bulbs and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003e10–15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e for large ones, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e45–75 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Germination occurs in 6–12 days at temperatures between \u003cstrong data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e7–32 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e (optimum 20–25 °C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eHarvest when the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eleaves have dried and shrunk\u003c\/strong\u003e . Allow to ripen in the field \u003cstrong data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003efor 3 to 5 days\u003c\/strong\u003e , or dry in a greenhouse at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e23–26°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with 80% humidity. To prolong dormancy, cool and dry slowly. 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