Onion bulbils, White Egyptian Walking (10 bulbils)
Onion bulbils, White Egyptian Walking (10 bulbils)
Onion bulbils, White Egyptian Walking (10 bulbils)
Onion bulbils, White Egyptian Walking (10 bulbils)
Onion bulbils, White Egyptian Walking (10 bulbils)
Onion bulbils, White Egyptian Walking (10 bulbils)

Onion bulbils,
White Egyptian Walking (10 bulbils)

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Description

A delectable, sweet, topsetting onion with snow-white flesh and skin. Ideal for permaculture gardens, edible landscaping, or a low-maintenance food crop! Also known as tree onions and perennial onions, the plants produce bulbs at both the top and bottom of the plant. 

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Plant Details

Botanical Name
Allium x proliferum
Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Requirement
6–12 hr.
Days to Maturity
60–80
Planting Depth
2 in.
Plant Spacing
6 in.
Ideal Temperature
45–80°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

Growing Guide

When to Grow

The ideal time to plant White Egyptian Walking onions is in the fall, typically between September and October. This allows the plants to establish roots before winter. However, they can also be planted in early spring as soon as the soil is workable​​.

How to Sow and Plant

Preparation: Loosen the soil to a depth of 12 inches and mix in compost or well-rotted manure to improve fertility and drainage.

Planting: Plant bulbils 1-2 inches deep with the pointy end up, spacing them 6-8 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart.

Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging. Mulching around the plants helps retain moisture and reduces the need for frequent watering.

How to Grow

Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) in early spring when new growth begins. A side-dressing of compost or well-rotted manure mid-season can further promote healthy development.

Weeding: Keep the planting area free of weeds to minimize competition for nutrients and water.

Harvesting: These will mature a bit earlier than the traditional Red Egyptian Walking onion, typically late summer.

FAQ

What is a walking onion?

The weight of the top bulbils will eventually cause the plant to flop over in fall and take root in a new place just a few feet away, hence "walking” across the garden.

Do Egyptian walking onions need to be planted every year?

No, they are perennial and will come back each year. They spread by producing bulbils at the top of the stalks, which fall and root to grow new plants.

Are White Egyptian Walking onions edible?

Yes, all parts of the plant are edible, including the underground bulbs, stems, flowers, and bulbils. The bulbils can be used like small onions or garlic.

When can I harvest White Egyptian Walking onions?

Harvest the green tops in spring, bulbils in late summer, and mature bulbs when the tops yellow and fall over, typically in late summer to early fall.

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