A sweet Spanish mild-flavored onion that produces 10-15 cm (4-6") globes. A very adaptable onion that grows well in short to long-day conditions. It is a good storage onion. Valencia makes excellent bunching onions when young.
SKU: 137825
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
12 to 14 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5 cm (1") per week
Days to Maturity:
110 to 120 days (after transplanting outdoors)
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Allium cepa
Fill Weight (grams): 0.5
Approximate Seed Count: 150-160
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Open Pollinated
Water Needs: Average 2.5 cm (1") per week
Flavor: Sweet and mild onion flavor with firm texture
Companion Planting: Plant near beets, cabbage, carrots, swiss chard, lettuce, marigolds, strawberries, tomatoes. Onions have a protective effect against borers and cutworms. The strong aroma emitted by onions disorients and confuses these pests, making it difficult for them to locate and attack the plants.
Additionally, marigolds can be beneficial to onions as well. The scent of marigolds acts as a deterrent, reducing the egg-laying activity of the onion maggot fly. This can help prevent infestations and protect the onions from damage caused by these flies.
Preparation Ideas: Works well raw in salads or cooked.
Instructions
Start seed indoors 10 weeks before the last frost.
Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2")
Seed Spacing: 2.5 cm (1")
Plant Spacing: 10 cm (4")
Row Spacing: 30 cm (12")
Instructions for Nutrient Care: Feed plants SUPERthrive once per week. Mix 1.2 ml (1/4 tsp) per 4L (1 gallon) of water in a watering can and apply solution to the base of the plants.