- Heirloom variety
- Red-skinned purple bulbs
- Mild and sweet flavour
Description
'Onion- Amposta Purple' seeds
Allium cepa
- Heirloom variety
- Red-skinned purple bulbs
- Mild and sweet flavour
An heirloom variety producing medium sized bulbs with red outer skin covering purple bulbs with dense purple/white flesh. The bulbs have a mild, sweet flavour. A good salad onion that can be eaten raw or cooked. Stores well.
An intermediate day variety requiring 12-14 hours of daylight to form bulbs.
Named for the town of Amposta in Spain. Also known as 'Red Amposta', 'Morada de Amposta' and 'Bronze D'Amposta'.
Seeds per gram: 200
Product code: I1-04
Best Months to Sow
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Quick Sowing Guide
Method | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
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Sowing Depth | 5mm |
Season | Autumn, winter and early spring |
Germination | 7-10 days @ 20-25°C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Hardy Biennial (usually grown as an annual) |
Row Spacing | 40cm |
Plant Spacing | 10cm |
Position | Full sun, well drained soil |
Days Until Maturity | 180-240 days |
*Notes: Bulbs are ready to harvest when tops dry out.
How To Grow
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Express Delivery |
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