The Old Farmer's Almanac Heirloom Red Creole Onion Seeds

Freshly Packed: These seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.

Premium Packaging: All seeds from The Old Farmer’s Almanac are packaged in individually styled packets ideal for gifts, storage or immediate use. Each packet displays the flower, vegetable, plant or herb variety on the front with instructions and plant facts on the back.

In mild climates plant in the fall for a summer harvest the following year. In cooler climates plant indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date; and transplant outdoors when sprouts are 6-8 inches tall for a late summer harvest. Space seeds 3-6 inches apart and cover with about 1/3 inch of soil. Ensure soil is well drained and kept consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Harvest Red Creole Onions when tops begin to yellow and fall over. Bulbs will be 3-4 inches wide.

Before long term storage, clean excess dirt off of onions and cure by placing them in a warm, dry, well-ventilated area (such as a shed, greenhouse or garage). Check onions each day to ensure they aren't being exposed to too much heat or moisture. Cure for 2-4 weeks when skins will be dry and papery, leaves shriveled, and roots dry and wiry.

Short-Day Onions: Red Creole Onions are well adapted to short days and will begin to develop bulbs when the day length reached 10-12 hours. They thrive in greenhouses, gardens, raised beds, or pots; and store exceptionally well once harvested and cured.

Wit & Wisdom: Onions were worshiped in ancient Egypt, where their concentric circles were seen as symbols of eternal life. A raw onion rubbed on a bee sting or insect bite will relieve the pain and itching. Read The Old Farmer's Almanac Onion Growing Guide!