Quantity
About 100 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Biennial
The red onion is a variety as decorative as it is flavorful, sought after for the beauty of its bright red bulbs, their slightly flattened shape, and their great versatility in the kitchen. In the vegetable garden, it brings an elegant touch of color from the growth of its foliage, and then at harvest time, when the bulbs reveal their intense hue and beautiful uniformity. Its mild flavor makes it particularly pleasant raw in salads, sandwiches, and garnishes, while maintaining excellent hold when cooked in stews, roasts, or stir-fries. Easy to cultivate, it is suitable for both beginner gardeners and enthusiasts who wish to enrich their stock of storage vegetables with a variety that is both useful and attractive. Planted in fertile, well-drained, and consistently moist soil, it develops firm, colorful bulbs that stand out for their good resistance to browning. Its neat and structured appearance integrates harmoniously into vegetable beds, where it elegantly accompanies classic companion crops. After harvesting, a few days of drying are enough to prepare it for good storage conditions, thus extending its appeal far beyond the season. It is a reliable, delicious, and vibrant variety, ideal for those looking for an onion that is productive, colorful, and easy to grow.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
1 cm (0.4 in)
Establishment temperature
18 to 24°C (64 to 75°F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Fertile, rich in organic matter and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to August
Harvest100 to 120 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsCarrot, beetroot, lettuce, celery, tomato, pepper, strawberry plant
Avoid planting withBean, pea, sage, turnip
Salads, sandwiches, cooked dishes, roasts, storage
