Onion 'Long Red Florence'

A mild and sweet flavoured onion that can be eaten young like a spring onion or left to mature for harvesting in August.

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DELIVERY INFORMATION

Type: Edible Crop
Position: Kitchen Garden
Soil: Neutral - Alkaline
Height: 30cm (12in)
Group/Species: cepa
Common name: Long Red Florence
Moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: Full Sun
Spread: 15cm (6in)
Cultivation: Direct sow in spring into soil that is firm and not too wet or recently manured. Sow thinly 1cm deep in rows 30cm apart. Thin to 10cm apart for medium sized bulbs, or more if you want to let them grow larger. May be sown earlier under cover.

A mild and sweet flavoured onion that can be eaten young like a spring onion or left to mature for harvesting in August.

Please note, illustrated packets are being introduced gradually over the coming months, availability may vary.

Water during dry spells. Weed between plants regularly to keep on top of weeds. Thinnings can be used as salad onions.