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Onion Sets, Yellow Dutch

Allium cepa
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Yellow Dutch is one of the most versatile cooking onion available.  It is an excellent variety for storage.

Using onion sets allows you to skip the step of planting onion seed indoors. 

Ships as bulbs.

Grown in Ontario

Spring planting:  this item starts shipping in April (providing the outside temperature is above freezing) through to May

 

  • Quantity per Package: 225 grams (0.5 pounds) at time of filling
  • SKU: 140927
Growing Information Chevron Down Chevron Forward
Grow best in
Grows
Best In:
Full Sun
Days to germination
Days to
Germination:
7-14 days
Water needs
Water
Needs:
Average 2.5 cm (1") per week
Days to maturity
Days to
Maturity:
90-120 days
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  • Plant Type: Vegetable
  • Botanical Name: Allium cepa
  • Fill Weight (grams): 225 grams (0.5 pounds) at the time of filling
  • Characteristics: Deer, rabbit and aphid resistant.
  • Plant Lifecycle: Annual
  • Water Needs: Average 2.5 cm (1") per week
  • Flavor: Strong but mild, with an onion flavor that isn't overpowering
  • Scent: Pungent
  • Tolerance: Light frosts
  • Companion Planting: Beets, brassicas, carrots, dill, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, strawberries, potatoes and tomatoes
  • Preparation Ideas: Use in stews, soups, roasts and sauces.
Instructions Chevron Down Chevron Forward
    Growing Instructions:
    • If it is not time to plant when you receive the bulbs, store in a cool, dry place with good air circulation. Avoid warm temperatures as the bulbs may start to sprout.
    • Plant in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked and temperatures do not go lower than -2°C (28°F).
    • Select and prepare the planting area. Onions prefer a location that is in full sun with loose, well-draining soil. Compacted soil will hinder bulb development.
    • Prior to planting, mix in well-rotted manure or compost into the soil to help aerate the soil.
    • Plant bulbs 2.5 cm (1”) deep and 8 cm (3”) apart, with the pointy end up. Avoid planting bulbs too close together as this will result in smaller bulbs.
    • Allow 30-45 cm (12-18”) between rows.
    • Water thoroughly after planting.
    • Sets can be planted weekly for a continuous supply.
    • Water needs: For most soil types, approximately 2.5 cm (1") of water is required per week. If soil is very dry or sandy, as much as 5 cm (2") of water is required weekly.
  • Planting Depth: 2.5 cm (1" )
  • Plant Spacing: 8 cm (3”)
  • Row Spacing: 30-45 cm (12-18”)
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Growing Suggestions:
  • Avoid planting onion sets in low-lying spots that get water-logged after it rains.
  • Onions tend to have very shallow root systems, which makes them poor competitors against neighboring weeds. Keep the soil around onions weed-free by mulching with a thick layer of grass clippings, or clean straw.
  • As the bulb grows, it will push soil away and expose half of the bulb above the soil. Do not cover the exposed area of the bulb with soil as this will hinder bulb development.
  • Stop watering once the tops begin to yellow and fall over to encourage the bulbs to finish maturing and to avoid rot issues.
  • Onions store better if they are harvested when dry. Wait for a few days after it has rained before harvesting.
  • Loosen the soil around the onions and pull them from the dirt. Lay the onions in a single layer on the soil to dry in the sun for a couple of days weather permitting. Or lay out in a well-ventilated area indoors.
  • After drying for a couple of days, brush the dirt off, trim the roots and tops. Store in a cool, dark, dry place.

Harvesting tops for greens.

  • Some gardeners grow onion bulbs just for the tops.
  • Once the tops are about 15 cm (6") tall, you can harvest the greens to use as scallions. They can be added to salads, soups, or fresh salsa providing a lovely mild flavor.
  • If you are growing the onions to harvest the bulbs, remove tops sparingly as they are required for the bulb to continue to grow.

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