​SPRING ONION

SPRING ONION:

(ALLIUM FISTULOSUM)

A dynamic grower with a delightfully fresh onion flavour.

Grows upright with long green cylindrical leaves tapering to a non bulbing onion at the base.

A very sturdy crop.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: MAR – DEC

Temperate: MAR – DEC

Sub – Tropical: MAR – NOV

Tropical: MAR – OCT

Arid: MAR – DEC

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6.5 – 7.0

Well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Direct sow or seedling tray 5mm deep and keep moist.

Transplant or thin to 15 – 20cm.

Plant deeply to encourage stalk development.

Liquid fertilise regularly.