‘False’, also known as ‘Jersey’, ‘Russian’, and ‘Spanish’, is an heirloom variety.. The name ‘False’ arose because when it was introduced initially, it was thought to be an onion which resembled a shallot. Which it is, as both vegetables are […]
Allium cepa aggregatum ( Cape Shallot )
‘Cape’ is an heirloom variety much circulated amongst seed savers. This variety goes by several names, including ‘White Heirloom’, ‘Small White’ or ‘Italian’. The bulbs generally measure 2 inches in diameter. Shallots, also called 0scallions, are generally cultivated like onions. […]
Allium cepa aggregatum ( Atlas Shallot )
‘Atlas’ is a pink shallot. Shallots, also called ‘scallions’, are generally cultivated like onions. They overwinter in the ground, and actually produce healthier and more plentiful bulbs if they go through this vernalizing experience. If the stalks flower, cut them […]
Allium cepa ( Wethersfield Large Red Onion )
‘Wethersfield Large Red’, also known as ‘Large Red’, is a 6 to 8 inch onion, flat on the top and bottom. The skin is red, and the flesh purplish white. A good storage onion. Onions are a hardy biennial grown […]
Allium cepa ( Sweet Sandwich Onion )
‘Sweet Sandwich’ is a yellow-skinned onion that favors long days. When stored, it will become sweeter. Onions are a hardy biennial grown as annuals. Leaves and flower stalks are hollow and bases swell to form a bulb. Bulbs may vary […]
Allium cepa ( Southport White Globe Onion )
‘Southport White Globe’, also known as ‘White Globe’ is an heirloom variety onion. It is perfectly round in shape with smooth skin. This is a variety which can be grown almost anywhere in the U.S. It does not keep well, […]
Allium cepa ( Redwing Onion )
‘Redwing’ is a storage onion, generally ready for harvest 110 days after sowing. This is a red, long-day onion which stores excellently. Bulbs are globe-shaped, 3 to 4 inches across, and very firm. Plant tops are strong and upright. Onions […]
Allium cepa ( Red Burgermaster Onion )
‘Red Burgermaster’ is a sweet Spanish onion, generally ready for harvest 100 days after sowing. This is a large, bright red, globe-shaped onion. When sliced, red and white alternating rings are revealed. Good with burgers and salads. Best raised as […]
Allium cepa ( Onion )
Onions are a hardy biennial grown as annuals. Leaves and flower stalks are hollow and bases swell to form a bulb. Bulbs may vary in color from white, to yellow, or red. All onions can be eaten as green onions, […]
Allium cepa ( New York Early Onion )
Onions are a hardy biennial grown as annuals. Leaves and flower stalks are hollow and bases swell to form a bulb. Bulbs may vary in color from white, to yellow, or red. All onions can be eaten as green onions, […]