Paris Silverskin Onion (Allium cepa) seeds

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Paris Silverskin Onion (Allium cepa) seeds

The small Paris Silverskin Onions are mainly pickled but are also a relish when fresh.
Contents: Approx. 300 seeds
Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly

2,35 €

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SKU: 1065

GTIN: 4250601205304

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The small Paris Silverskin Onion is most often pickled in vinegar but can also be consumed fresh or braised. Pickled, it's suitable as a sour garnish for fondue or raclette. The variety 'Blanc de Paris' captivates through its especially mild and fine taste.

Plant description

Lifecycle:	Annual
Eventual height:	15-30 cm
Flowering months:	June July August
Flower colour:	White
Special features:	Open-pollinated
Species:	Amaryllidaceae
Root system:	Bulb

Growing advice

Sowing depth:	0.5 cm
When to sow outdoors:	March April
Germination temperature:	18-24° C
Planting distance:	15 cm
Row spacing:	30 cm
Sunlight:	Full sun

Sow from early March to mid-April. Row spacing 25 cm, sowing depth 2 cm. The onions are fully developed once the foliage turns brown and dries naturally, but they can also already be harvested earlier for fresh consumption. Onions like heavy, calcareous clay soil.