{"title":"Onion Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"D8EOLXR\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e(\u003ci\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/i\u003e) An ancient Old World crop: records exist of how many onions were allocated to the laborers building the pyramids, and they were a basic ration to Greek citizen soldiers. Long-day onions tend to do best in the north, and short-day types do best in the south; the dividing line is at about the 35th parallel. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"onion-flat-of-italy","title":"Onion Seeds, Flat of Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Intermediate day. Beautiful cipollini-type, gourmet onion from Italy. It is bright red in color and very flat, perfect for fresh eating or cooking. This is a very old Italian variety Vilmorin mentioned in 1885. A good choice for fresh market. Early.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat of Italy onions grow best in full sun, and require rich, well-draining soil. Water regularly, especially during bulb development. Mulch with a straw to help retain soil moisture and reduce weed competition, as onions do not tolerate competition well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59510991323422,"sku":"ON104","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_flat_of_italy.jpg?v=1782393298"},{"product_id":"onion-red-of-florence","title":"Onion Seeds, Red of Florence","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Long day (potentially intermediate). Our favorite red onion, this torpedo-shaped allium from the capital of Tuscany has a delectable, perfectly balanced flavor and grows exceptionally well indoors or outdoors at our farm in Missouri. The oblong shape makes for easier cutting and more uniform slices! The red bulbs also contain anthocyanin, a healthful antioxidant. These oblong, bright red onions are great for planting spring or fall; they are widely adapted and seem to do well in many areas. They are very mild and sweet, great for salads and pickling! A delicious Italian heirloom. Very rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red of Florence onions flourish in full sunlight and require soil that is fertile and well-draining. Consistent watering is important, especially as the bulbs form. Add mulch to conserve moisture while keeping weeds at bay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59510995779870,"sku":"ON103","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_red_of_florence.jpg?v=1782393462"},{"product_id":"onion-australian-brown","title":"Onion Seeds, Australian Brown","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Intermediate day. Introduced by W. Atlee Burpee in 1897. This variety produces extra fine, large bulbs with superb flavor! The yellow-brown roots are a standard on our farm for their reliable quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Australian Brown onion thrives in full sun and well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Regular watering is very important during bulb formation, but avoid overwatering to prevent rot. Onions do not compete well with weeds, so adding organic mulch can be helpful.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511010853150,"sku":"ON101","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_australian_brown.jpg?v=1782393647"},{"product_id":"onion-zebrune-shallot","title":"Onion Seeds, Zebrune Shallot","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). \u003cem\u003eCuisse de Poulet du Poitou\u003c\/em\u003e is a gorgeous heirloom French eschalion or \"banana\" type shallot yields plump, long, torpedo-shaped bulbs. Bulbs are brown tinged with pink. The flesh is very mild and sweet, and large yields may be had starting the first year from an early planting. Excellent keeping quality makes these gourmet shallots useful over a very long season!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zebrune shallots grow best in full sun and fertile, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Incorporate organic matter, such as compost, to improve soil fertility. Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods, but avoid overwatering to prevent rot. Applying mulch can help retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511028842782,"sku":"ON129","price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_zebrune_shallot.jpg?v=1782394021"},{"product_id":"onion-ailsa-craig","title":"Onion Seeds, Ailsa Craig","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Long day. Very well-known globe-shaped heirloom onion that reaches a really huge size—5 lbs is rather common! The skin is a pale yellow and the flesh is relatively mild and sweet, so it is recommended for fresh use—not a storage type. Introduced in 1887 by David Murray, gardener for the Marquis of Ailsa, at Culzean Castle in Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ailsa Craig onion thrives in full sun and requires rich, moist, well-draining soil. Mulching with a straw can help conserve moisture and suppress weeds, as onions do not tolerate competition. Water regularly, especially during bulb development. Consider interplanting onions with cabbage relatives, as the sulfur from the onions may help deter pests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511036674334,"sku":"ON122","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_ailsa_craig.jpg?v=1782394217"},{"product_id":"onion-wethersfield-red","title":"Onion Seeds, Wethersfield Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Long day. This variety dates to the 1700s. Popular from New York to Bermuda, it brought much wealth to the onion growers of New England, as well as to the Yankee traders who sold shiploads of it. In its 1856 catalog, Comstock, Ferre and Co. said, \"It is the kind mostly grown at Wethersfield. It grows to large size, deep red, thick, approaching to round shape, fine-grained, pleasant flavored, and very productive. It ripens in September and keeps well.\" It is a slightly flattened, deep blood-red onion of renowned quality. A true piece of horticultural Americana that deserves to be more widely grown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wethersfield Red onions thrive in rich, well-draining soil. Incorporate compost or well-rotted manure to enhance soil fertility. Choose a planting site that receives full sun and keep the soil evenly moist. Mulching can help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Side-dress with a nitrogen-rich fertilizer every 3-4 weeks during the growing season for better growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511046013214,"sku":"ON127","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_wethersfield_red.jpg?v=1782394613"},{"product_id":"onion-yellow-of-parma","title":"Onion Seeds, Yellow of Parma","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Long day. Also known as Dorata di Parma, the oblong globes of this large, golden onions can grow to one pound each. This late onion makes an excellent keeper; a rare and hard-to-find Italian variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Yellow of Parma onion grows best in full sun and prefers loose, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Consistent watering is key, especially during bulb development, but avoid overwatering, which can cause rot. Adding mulch helps conserve moisture and reduce weed growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511046209822,"sku":"ON105","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_yellow_of_parma.jpg?v=1782394707"},{"product_id":"onion-seeds-stuttgarter","title":"Onion Seeds, Stuttgarter","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong day. A tasty old favorite that sets medium-large, yellow onions with a good, pungent flavor. This variety is among the best keepers and produces well. Plant some of these for winter eating and store them clear through to next spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent watering is important, especially as the bulbs form. Add mulch to conserve moisture while keeping weeds at bay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511050404126,"sku":"ON116","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_stuttgarter.jpg?v=1782394928"},{"product_id":"onion-yellow-sweet-spanish","title":"Onion Seeds, Yellow Sweet Spanish","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Long day. One of the best yellow onion varieties. This is one of the easiest and most adaptable onions to grow, making it an excellent choice for beginner gardeners. The large fruit easily grows to 1 pound each and with good storage quality. Large Yellow Sweet Spanish is a staple for the home gardener and market farmer looking for a reliable and flavorful heirloom onion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Sweet Spanish onions thrive in well-draining, fertile soil. Incorporate organic matter, such as compost, to enhance soil fertility. Plant in a spot that receives full sun, and keep the soil consistently moist. Applying mulch can help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Side-dress with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season for better growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511149855006,"sku":"ON135","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_yellow_sweet_spanish.jpg?v=1782397252"},{"product_id":"onion-white-creole","title":"Onion Seeds, White Creole","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Short day, medium-sized, round bulbs have a translucent white, very firm flesh. This variety is an excellent choice for southern growers; forms perfect bulbs and has excellent storage quality. Excellent fresh or cooked, White Creole is a top choice for dehydrating and has a pungent flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Creole onion thrives in full sun and requires fertile, well-draining soil. Consistent watering is critical for bulb development, but be careful to avoid waterlogging. Mulching helps maintain soil moisture and reduces weed competition, which onions are sensitive to.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511151722782,"sku":"ON133","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_white_creole.jpg?v=1782397099"},{"product_id":"onion-violet-de-galmi","title":"Onion Seeds, Violet De Galmi","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Short day. The Galmi onion comes from the village of Galmi, a small community in the Ader Valley of southeast Niger. It is here where this flavorful onion was developed and is believed to have been grown, selected, and passed down for over 100 years. It is now a popular onion in several other African countries as well. Flat, thick bulbs are of good quality and are a beautiful pinkish-purple color; it also keeps well, making it a perfect choice as a short day onion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Violet de Galmi onions flourish in well-draining, fertile soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8. Incorporate compost or well-rotted manure to enhance soil fertility. Select a planting site that receives full sun. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering to prevent rot. Mulching can also help retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511175119134,"sku":"ON117","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_violet_de_galmi.jpg?v=1782397704"},{"product_id":"onion-ishikura-bunching","title":"Onion Seeds, Ishikura Bunching","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium fistulosum\u003c\/em\u003e). A uniform and flavorful bunching onion, it is a popular and traditional Japanese variety for sukiyaki, soup, and salads. Ishikura reaches enormous proportions (to two feet tall, one inch across) while remaining tender and scallion-like, never forming a bulb. A perfect heat- and cold-tolerant green and a go-to choice to grow alongside Asian greens in the cool season! No garden should be without this easy-to-grow culinary staple!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ishikura Bunching onion is a hardy Japanese heirloom variety that thrives in full sun. As all onions, it requires well-draining, rich, and fertile soil. Regular watering is also important to ensure tender stalks while adding mulch can help retain moisture and reduce weeds. Unlike bulb-forming onions, Ishikura grows as a bunching, non-bulbing type.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511286530334,"sku":"ON125","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_ishikura_bunching.jpg?v=1782399590"},{"product_id":"onion-unzen-early-flat","title":"Onion Seeds, Unzen Early Flat","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Short day. The ultimate salad onion, this flat white variety is crunchy and juicy, and drips with sweet onion flavor. This short day onion hails from Nagasaki, Japan, and is considered an important variety in Japanese culture and cuisine. Named for a volcano that overlooks Nagasaki, Unzen is ideal for snacking, adding to salads, or topping sandwiches. The roots are small, flattened and perfectly uniform. It is a traditional variety of this famous Japanese city on the island of Kyushu.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unzen Early Flat onions thrive in fertile, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8. Select a planting site that receives full sun and maintain consistent soil moisture. 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These extra-sweet and early Vidalia-type onions have a thin skin and supremely mild flavor, so sweet they can be eaten like an apple!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas Early Grano onion grows best in full sun and well-draining, fertile soil. Consistent watering is highly important, especially during bulb formation. Mulch around the plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weed growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511657988382,"sku":"ON130","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/onion_texas_early_grano.jpg?v=1782402650"},{"product_id":"onion-round-tropea","title":"Onion Seeds, Round Tropea","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e). Intermediate to long day. Famous in Italy as the Cipolla di Tropea, it is grown on the clay cliffs descending Mount Poro. It was brought to Calabria by the Greeks, who discovered it via the Assyrians and Babylonians. Deep purple, rounded and at times elongated, bulbs have an extraordinary sweetness and amazing delicate scent with a light and enjoyable taste. Highly sought after by gourmet chefs, it can also be baked, boiled, and used as a filling for omelettes. In Tropea, it is also used to produce a delicious onion marmalade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Round Tropea onion is an Italian heirloom variety that grows best in full sun and well-draining, nutrient-rich soil. To support even development, water consistently and avoid letting the soil dry out completely. 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