ONION ‘Brown Odourless’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Allium cepa
- Intermediate day variety producing large, mild-flavoured brown onions.
- Well-suited to Australian climates with autumn sowing and spring to early summer harvest.
- Forms globe-shaped bulbs with smooth brown skin and a gentle, sweet taste.
- Perfect for cooking, salads, sandwiches, and recipes needing a subtle onion flavour without strong odours.
- Stores well when cured properly, maintaining quality in a cool, dry place for several months.
- Easy to grow and ideal for home gardens, allotments, and market gardens alike.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Biennial, commonly grown as an annual; grows up to 40 cm tall
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: February – June
- Cool: February – July
- Subtropical: March – June
- Tropical: March – May
- Arid: March – June
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Depth: Sow 0.5 – 1 cm deep
- Position: Full sun to promote strong bulb development
- Sow Where: Direct sow into well-prepared garden beds or start in trays for later transplanting
- Soil Type: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 – 7.0; enrich soil with compost before sowing
- Rows: 30 cm apart
- Spacing: 10 – 15 cm between plants
Details:
- Water evenly to keep moisture consistent and avoid stress that can impact bulb formation.
- Avoid overhead watering to help reduce fungal issues.
- Feed with a balanced fertilizer during active growth for optimal yields.
Harvest:
110 – 140 days
Growing Instructions
- Prepare soil by loosening thoroughly and incorporating organic matter for good drainage and nutrition.
- Sow seeds thinly in rows or start in trays 8–10 weeks before transplanting outdoors.
- Harden off seedlings before transplanting to help them adjust to outdoor conditions.
- Keep planting areas weed-free to minimise competition for water and nutrients.
- Reduce watering as bulbs mature to allow skins to dry fully for better storage life.
