Spring Planting Onions & Shallots

Spring-planting onions and shallots are an easy way to raise a versatile crop. We’ve got varieties that will form the basis of your soups and stews and others that can be eaten raw in salads. There are traditional brown onions, colourful reds, and even a pink variety. All you need is a sunny spot, and a little time to spare for hoeing and watering. Check out the full range of onions & shallots to get more tasty crops throughout the year.

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There’s no such thing as an unwelcome glut with onions and shallots, as most will store easily and keep you in homegrown veg all year round. Need help? See our tips for growing onions and check out our frequently asked questions below.

Which onion varieties will tolerate drought?

Onions and shallots really need regular watering to perform well, but onion ‘Carballo’ will tolerate drier conditions thanks to its strong root system.

Which onion varieties store well?

Onion ‘Carballo’, ‘Sturon’ and ‘Centurion’ are all good choices for storage. ‘Golden Gourmet’, ‘Mikor’ and ‘Red Sun’ are the best shallots for keeping.

Which varieties are most disease resistant?

Shallot ‘Golden Gourmet’ resists bolting better than many other varieties.

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