Spring Onion 'White Lisbon' (Allium cepa) seeds
- Fast-growing spring onion with a mild flavour – ideal for beds and containers
- Contents: Approx. 200 seeds
- Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly
€2.49
Description
Classic Spring Onion with Tender Green Tops
Spring Onion 'White Lisbon' (Allium cepa) is a tried-and-tested, fast-growing variety known for its long, white stems and delicate, pale green foliage. Under suitable growing conditions, it forms small, slightly swollen bulbs measuring around 2–3cm in diameter. Its mild, savoury flavour makes it particularly popular for fresh use in salads, dips or as a garnish.
This variety is ideally suited for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers on balconies and patios. With staggered sowings, it can be harvested over an extended period. 'White Lisbon' is perfect for home growers seeking quick and easy harvests.
Plant profile
| Lifecycle | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Species | Alliaceae |
| Characteristics | Needs darkness to germinate |
| Eventual height | 40-80 cm |
| Flower colour | White |
| Flowering months | August, July, June |
| Main harvest | August, July, June, September |
Growing instructions
| When to sow outdoors | April, March, May |
|---|---|
| Sowing depth | 1 cm |
| Germination temperature | 10-18°C |
| Sunlight | Full sun, Shade |
| Planting distance | 20 cm |
| Row spacing | 20 cm |
| Good companion plants | Carrots, Dill, Radish |
| Bad companion plants | Beans, Peas |
Sowing and care
Sowing and Care of Allium cepa 'White Lisbon'
- Plant type: Annual spring onion
- Sowing: Directly outdoors from March or start indoors in advance
- Sowing depth: Approx. 2cm
- Germination time: 10–20 days at 12–20°C
- Row spacing: Approx. 20cm when sown in rows
- Location: Sunny to partially shaded; loose, humus-rich garden soil
- Care: Water regularly, keep soil loose, and enrich with compost occasionally
- Special features: Fast-growing; harvest possible just 8–10 weeks after sowing
- Container growing: Also well suited for pots or containers
With its rapid growth, mild yet savoury flavour, and versatility in the kitchen, 'White Lisbon' is an excellent choice for growing in the garden or on a balcony.
Other names
Botanical name: Allium cepa, Allium fistulosum
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