Description
Welsh Bunching Onion Seeds (Aimers International) 2855. Open Pollinated.
Approximately 200 seeds per packet (350 seeds/gram)
The Welsh Bunching Onion is a superb, self-seeding perennial that brings a touch of cultivated elegance to your garden. This very hardy, non-bulbing, clump-forming member of the onion family yields hollow, tube-like leaves that grow up to 30 cm in height and possess an enticing onion flavour and aroma. An essential in sophisticated Asian cuisine, this reliable Day Neutral biennial is a must-have for the discerning gardener.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Open Pollinated, Day Neutral Biennial
- Maturity: 65 days to harvest
- Fruit: Non-bulbing, clump-forming green leaves
- Features: Very hardy; enticing flavour; important in Asian cuisine; edible ornamental.
Nutritional Information
Welsh Bunching Onions are a vibrant source of natural goodness. They are an excellent source of Vitamin K and Vitamin C, providing a health boost with every meal. They also contain ample Vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene) and Folate.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
- Sowing: For an early start, begin seeds indoors in a sterile medium 10 weeks before planting out. Alternatively, direct seed in a sunny site with light, well-drained soil in early spring as soon as the soil becomes workable. Planting Depth: 12.5 mm. Seed Spacing: 12.5 mm. Row Width: 25 cm.
- Care: Thin seedlings to 7.5 cm. While this plant is relatively drought tolerant, keep plants evenly watered through dry periods to ensure a superb harvest. The flowers are also known to attract beneficial bees.
- Harvesting: Ready in just 65 days. The thinnings can be utilized as exquisite spring onions. Harvest the leaves as needed for their fresh flavour and aroma.
- Germination: Seed typically germinates in 7-10 days.
Why Welsh Bunching Onion Seeds belong in Your Garden
This variety is the definition of quiet excellence. Not only does it offer a high-quality, perennial supply of fresh onion flavour crucial for global cuisine, but its clump-forming nature makes it a reliable self-seeding edible ornamental. It is a superb investment in the beauty and versatility of your kitchen garden.
