Organic 'Rossa di Milano' onion

Latin name Onion
Quantity per packet About 150 seeds
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Product information
Product
identification
Latin nameOnion
FamilyAmaryllidaceae
TypeVegetable
CycleAnnual
Quantity per packAbout 150 seeds
Code produitJAREC-0164
Product
description

The 'Rossa di Milano' onion is as appealing for the elegance of its deep red bulbs as it is for the sweet tenderness of its flesh, highly sought after in the kitchen and the family garden alike. This heirloom variety brings a heritage touch to the garden, while offering a generous and consistent harvest that rewards both novice gardeners and enthusiasts of traditional seeds. Throughout the season, its upright foliage captures the light and signals the formation of firm, tight-necked bulbs, perfect for good preservation. Grown in full sun in loose, well-drained soil, it fully expresses its vigor and appreciable tolerance to cooler climates. Its orderly growth makes it an excellent choice for neat rows in the vegetable garden, where it also helps diversify beneficial associations with several companion vegetables. In the kitchen, its mild flavor allows it to be used both raw and cooked, in salads, onion jams, or stews. Its presence in the garden attracts fewer pests from certain neighboring crops and contributes to a balanced garden ecosystem. With its refined appearance, reliable productivity, and storage qualities, 'Rossa di Milano' perfectly embodies the alliance between beauty, utility, and horticultural tradition.

Sowing
guide
Sowing periodIndoors February-March, outdoors early spring
Sowing depth1 cm (3/8 in)
Germination temperature15 to 21 °C (59 to 70 °F)
Germination time8 to 12 days
Soil
and care
ExposureSun
Soil
Friable, rich, and well-drained
Watering
Moderate
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
Garden use
Preservation, salads, cooking, confits, gourmet vegetable garden
Bloom period
2nd-year summer
Harvest
100 to 120 days after sowing
Size
and facts
Height30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 in.)
Spread4 to 6 in (10 to 15 cm)
Planting
partners
Good companions
Carrots, beetroots, lettuces, strawberries, tomatoes
Avoid planting with
Beans, peas
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.