Onion Spring, White Lisbon, Winter Hardy

Description

This variety produces onions similar to the white Lisbon but has been selected for winter hardiness. Suitable only for autumn sowing, for an early spring harvest. These are an excellent source of vitamin C, Calcium and iron.

Pack size: 600 Seeds

WHEN TO SOW

August to october

WHERE TO SOW

Early sowing can be made underglass in modules , sow 4-5 seeds per module on the surface of seed sowing compost and lightly cover with a sprinkling or vermiculite or compost , and place at a temperature of 14°C. Outdoor sowings can be made in April , sow seed thinly in shallow drills 1.5cm (1/2in) deep, with rows spaced 30cm (12in) apart.

WHAT TO DO NEXT

Greenhouse sown modules do not require thinning and can be moved to a cold frame in April to harden off before planting outside 7cm (3in) apart for clusters of salad onions. Outdoor sowings can be pulled and used as required.

MATURITY

12 weeks from sowing.

HANDY TIP

Ideal for successional sowing for all Summer crop. As they are in the garden for such a short time, they can be grown in between slower growing vegetables.