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For home gardeners seeking sweet, mild onions for salads and raw consumption, Onion Seeds 'Walla Walla' offer large, juicy bulbs with less eye irritation. A potential caveat for those needing strong, pungent onions for cooking. This annual variety is easy to grow from seed, reaching about 400mm, and is suitable for pots, window boxes, and small gardens.
| Model Part Number | 5052812024460 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Marshalls Garden |
While they are significantly less aromatic and cause fewer tears than many other onion varieties, some individuals may still experience mild irritation. They are renowned for their low pungency.
Yes, their compact growth habit makes them ideal for small gardens, pots, and window boxes.
For best results, sow seeds indoors from January to March. Outdoor sowing can be done after the last frost.
The typical harvest period is from August to October, depending on when the seeds were sown and the growing conditions.
They require a location with full sun and well-draining soil. Consistent moisture is also important.
Yes, when properly cured and dried after harvest, 'Walla Walla' onions can be stored for a reasonable period, though their mild flavor profile might make them best for earlier consumption compared to storage onions.
Ensure seeds are fresh, sown at the correct depth, and kept consistently moist and warm. Check for adequate light if using grow lights.
Provide more light, as this often indicates insufficient sunlight or artificial light. Ensure adequate spacing between seedlings to prevent overcrowding.
Ensure the plants received adequate sunlight, water, and nutrients throughout the growing season. Overcrowding can also lead to smaller bulbs.
Ensure good drainage in the soil and avoid overwatering. Make sure bulbs are thoroughly dried after harvesting before storing to prevent rot.
Sowing: Sow seeds indoors from January to March. For outdoor sowing, wait until after the last frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Use a good quality seed compost and sow thinly in trays or pots.
Location: Requires a position of full sun for best results. Ensure the soil is well-draining.
Planting Out: If sown indoors, transplant seedlings into individual pots once they are large enough to handle. Harden them off gradually before planting them into their final growing position (garden bed, pot, or window box) spacing them adequately.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging.
Care: While generally low maintenance, ensure the plants are free from weeds. As they are annuals, they will complete their life cycle in one season.
Harvesting: Harvest bulbs from August to October. The signs of readiness include the tops starting to yellow and fall over. Allow bulbs to dry thoroughly in a warm, dry place before storing.
