Thompson & Morgan Organic Spring Onion White Lisbon - 400 Seeds
Grow your own organic spring onions in the garden! ‘White Lisbon’ is quick growing, with a delicio...Grow your own organic spring onions in the garden! ‘White Lisbon’ is quick growing, with a delicious, pungent flavour. This variety is popular and reliable for successional sowings throughout the season, so you can harvest fresh salad onions as you need them. The spring onions are delicious when young, becoming more pungent as the stems enlarge and start to bulb. Companion planting: try growing onions with mint to confuse and deter onion fly.Spring onions will grow in any good fertile soil provided it is well drained. Sow seeds from March to August at 3 weekly intervals. For an early spring crop sow seeds in September and over winter. Sow liberally 13mm (0.5in) deep in drills 15cm (6in) apart. No thinning is required. Harvesting can usually start 8 weeks after sowing.Product specifications:Position: Full SunHeight: Up to 30cm when fully establishedSpread: Up to 5cm when fully establishedSupplied as 1x packet Organic Spring Onion 'White Lisbon' (approx. 400 seeds)Harvest period: April to OctoberDelivered with growing and care instructionsImages shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).
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This guide is for gardeners looking to grow their own organic spring onions. The Thompson & Morgan 'White Lisbon' variety offers quick growth and a delicious, pungent flavor, allowing you to harvest fresh salad onions throughout the season. Keep in mind that while these onions are easy to grow, success depends on proper soil and timely sowing.
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Model Part Number
79862
Brand
Thompson & Morgan
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FAQs
When is the best time to sow the seeds?
Sow seeds from March to August at 3 weekly intervals. For an early spring crop, sow seeds in September and overwinter.
How deep should I sow the seeds?
Sow seeds 13mm (0.5in) deep.
How far apart should I space the seeds?
Sow the seeds in drills 15cm (6in) apart.
Do I need to thin the seedlings?
No, thinning is not required.
How long until I can harvest the spring onions?
Harvesting can usually start 8 weeks after sowing.
What type of soil is best for growing spring onions?
Spring onions will grow in any good fertile soil provided it is well drained.
Troubleshooting
Poor growth or slow development.
Ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained. Check for adequate sunlight and regular watering.
Pests affecting the plants.
Consider companion planting with mint to deter onion fly.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Quick and easy to grow.
Provides a continuous harvest throughout the growing season.
Delicious, pungent flavor.
Organic seeds for healthy produce.
Suitable for successional sowing.
Cons
Requires well-drained soil.
Harvesting depends on timely sowing.
Results may vary depending on growing conditions.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Soil Preparation: Plant in any good, fertile, and well-drained soil.
Sowing: Sow seeds 13mm (0.5in) deep in drills 15cm (6in) apart.
Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
Sunlight: Ensure the spring onions receive full sun for optimal growth.
Thinning: No thinning is required.
Harvesting: Begin harvesting approximately 8 weeks after sowing.