Onion Gladalan Brown Vegetable Seeds

ONION ‘Gladalan Brown’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Allium cepa

• Reliable short day brown onion variety producing uniform globe-shaped bulbs with golden brown skin.
• Well suited to warmer Australian regions and adaptable across most growing climates.
• Medium short day type known for strong bulb formation, good field performance, and dependable yields.
• Produces medium to large round onions with firm flesh and a rich, savoury flavour.
• Excellent for roasting, soups, stews, stir-fries, and everyday kitchen use.
• Stores well when properly cured, making it ideal for home gardeners and market growers.
• Strong growing variety with reliable germination and consistent harvest results.
• Suitable for both fresh market production and long-term household storage.

Plant Details:

• Plant Type: Biennial, commonly grown as an annual; grows up to 40 cm tall
• Variety Type: Medium short day brown storage onion
• Bulb Size: Medium to large globe-shaped bulbs, up to 15 cm under ideal conditions

Sowing Information:

• Sow When:
  • Temperate: February – August
  • Cool: February – September
  • Subtropical: February – July
  • Tropical: March – June
  • Arid: March – July
• Germination: 7 – 14 days
• Sowing Depth: 0.5 – 1 cm deep
• Position: Full sun for strong bulb development
• Sow Where: Direct sow into garden beds or raise seedlings in trays for transplanting
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter with pH 6.0 – 7.0
• Row Spacing: 30 cm apart
• Plant Spacing: 10 – 15 cm between plants

Growing Tips:

• Prepare beds well by adding compost and loosening soil before sowing.
• Keep soil consistently moist during early growth, but avoid waterlogging.
• Avoid overhead watering where possible to reduce fungal disease risk.
• Apply light feeding during active growth to encourage strong bulb development.
• Keep weeds under control, as onions compete poorly with surrounding plants.
• As bulbs begin swelling and tops start falling over, reduce watering to improve curing and storage quality.

Harvest:

• Days to Maturity: 110 – 140 days
• Harvest when tops begin to yellow and fall naturally.
• Lift bulbs carefully and allow them to cure in a dry, well-ventilated area before storing.
• Proper curing improves shelf life and helps develop the protective outer skin needed for long-term storage.

Growing Instructions

• Gladalan Brown performs best in fertile, free-draining soil with full sun exposure throughout the growing season.
• Sow seeds thinly either directly into prepared garden beds or into seed trays 8–10 weeks before transplanting.
• If transplanting, harden seedlings off for 7 days before planting into the garden.
• Maintain regular moisture during establishment and early bulb development.
• Reduce watering near harvest time to allow bulbs to mature properly and improve storage performance.
• This variety is highly adaptable and can be successfully grown across most Australian regions when planted in the correct season.