The ultimate in red-skinned storage onions, West Coast Seeds Redwing Onions offer nearly as long a storage life as Copra onions. Sow Redwing storage onion seeds early to accommodate their long days to maturity. These large, globe-shaped bulbs are hard-bodied, uniform, and measure 7-10cm (3-4") across. With deep red, glossy skins and strong tops, Redwing onions are perfect for salads and sandwiches due to their mild flavor and crisp texture.
Key Features:
- Long-Lasting Storage: Retains flavor and aroma for up to 12 months.
- Large Globe-Shaped Bulbs: Hard-bodied and uniform, 7-10cm (3-4") across.
- Mild & Crisp Flavor: Perfect for salads and sandwiches.
- Weather-Resistant: Strong tops and durable skins.
- Hybrid Seeds: Reliable growth and high yield.
Growing Information:
- Matures in: 110 days (Hybrid seeds)
- Seed Count: 0.50g
Timing: Start shallots and storage onions indoors in late winter and early spring, and transplant 2-4 weeks after the last frost date. Overwintering onions need to be started in early summer and transplanted by mid-August. Scallions can be direct sown every 3 weeks from two weeks after the last frost date to late summer. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 21-25°C (70-75°F). Seeds will emerge in 6-12 days, depending on conditions.
Starting Instructions:
- Depth: Sow seeds 5mm-1cm (¼-½”) deep.
- Spacing: Space plants 15cm (6") apart in rows 45-75cm (18-30") apart.
Growing Tips: Redwing onions thrive in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Add well-rotted compost and dig ½-1 cup balanced organic fertilizer into the soil beneath each 3m (10′) of row. Keep moisture high in the top 20-30cm (8-12") of soil. Most of the bulb should form on the soil surface, so do not transplant too deeply.
Harvesting: At the end of summer, when the onions have formed nice bulbs, harvest them as needed. When the tops of the onions fall over, signaling the end of growth, knock each onion over to break the roots’ contact with the soil and begin the drying process. Cure by spreading bulbs in a single layer in a dry area out of direct sunlight for 2-4 weeks until the stems, leaves, and necks are dry and crisp.
Storage: Store cured onions in a cool, dark place in mesh bags or trays with breathing holes. Well-cured storage onions can retain their desirable flavor and aroma for up to 12 months.
Companion Planting: The pungent odor of onions repels many pests and protects nearby garden vegetables. Plant chamomile and summer savory near onions to improve their flavor. Onions also work well alongside beets, Brassicas, carrots, dill, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, strawberries, and tomatoes. Avoid planting near asparagus or peas.
Grow robust and flavorful Redwing Onions from West Coast Seeds. Perfect for health-conscious gardeners and culinary enthusiasts, these onions are a versatile and easy-to-grow addition to any garden.
