What are the best onion varieties?

Do you want to grow onions but don't know which variety to choose? Then be sure to read our article.

We will introduce you to the best varieties of onions that you can grow on your site without any problems.

When choosing a variety of onions for a summer residence, pay attention to its regionality. Depending on the area of ​​growth, onion varieties can be divided into 2 types:

• southern;
• northern.

Southern varieties of onions do not last very long, but they are not very spicy in taste. Some of them are called sweet at all and are referred to as salad types of onions. If you want to get southern varieties of onions in the northern regions or in the middle lane, it is worth growing them through seedlings.

Northern varieties of onions are pungent in taste, but have excellent keeping quality.

White onions are also distinguished. It has a softer and sweeter taste. White onions are among the salad varieties. However, such bulbs are poorly stored, quickly damaged by pests, soften and rot.

In France, it is from white onions that the famous onion soup is prepared.

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There are also onion varieties according to the growing season: in the early varieties this period is 90-100 days, in the middle ones - 100-120 days, and in the later ones - more than 120 days.

Depending on the size of the bulb, there are 3 types:

• small - less than 50 g;
• medium - 50-100 g;
• large - more than 100 g.

Depending on how many bulbs can form in the nest, varieties are distinguished:

• small-sized (1-2 bulbs);
• medium-sized (3-4 bulbs);
• multi-nested (5 or more bulbs).

Nesting largely depends on the size of the seedlings, as well as on the growing conditions of the crop. If the planting is larger, and the fertility and moisture content of the soil is higher, then the number of bulbs in the nest will be greater.

Spicy, semi-sharp, sweet onions - looking for differences

All spicy varieties of onions are early ripening. They are distinguished by good keeping quality, high content of essential oils and sugars, but at the same time they are less productive. Such varieties, as a rule, are covered with several layers of outer scales, and therefore they can be removed not only by hand, but also using specialized equipment.

Peninsular onion varieties have few outer scales, and the flesh is not as dense and sharp. Such a bow, when harvesting with special equipment, is often injured and quickly deteriorates. Semi-sharp varieties are considered to be medium-hard and take longer to ripen. However, they give a higher yield than sharp varieties.

Sweet onions taste great and are often used fresh. They give a high yield, but it is stored for a short time. Sharp and semi-sharp onions can be grown in any region. In the southern regions, during the growing season, crops can be obtained even from seeds. And in the middle lane and northern zones - only through seedlings or by planting seedlings. Sweet varieties are grown mostly in hot southern regions from seeds.

Popular varieties of red, yellow and white onions

We bring to your attention well-proven varieties of onions, which are preferred by the absolute majority of gardeners.

Kaba

Late-ripening variety with dense round-flat and rounded bulbs running downwards. The pulp is white, sometimes with a greenish tinge. The outer scales are yellow or light brown. The variety is not resistant to downy mildew (downy mildew), it is also damaged by onion fly.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	peninsular		70-145	unsatisfactory

Red baron

Early ripe variety. The bulbs are round, flattened at the top and bottom, red or dark purple on the outside and inside. For larger bulbs, it is recommended to grow this variety through seedlings.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	peninsular		130-150	excellent

Snowball

A medium early variety of white onions. It has almost round and white (both outside and inside) bulbs. Quite resistant to shooting, but moderately susceptible to downy mildew and neck rot.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	peninsular		120-200	average

Strigunovsky local

An early early ripening variety. It has round, dense bulbs with light pulp and pink or brown outer scales. It can grow in both hot and cool climates without problems.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	very spicy		45-80	excellent

Sturon

Mid-season variety. The bulbs are round, white, densely covered with a yellow-brown skin. Resistant to diseases and shooting.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	spicy		70-180	excellent

Texas yellow

Early ripe variety. The bulbs are round, rather large, straw-yellow in color with dense white flesh. Resistant to pink root rot.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	peninsular		80-150	average

Centurion F1

Medium early hybrid with medium-sized, round-elongated bulbs. The pulp is juicy, white, the outer scales are golden brown. The hybrid is resistant to shooting and major onion diseases.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	spicy		65-150	excellent

Each of these varieties has stood the test of time and is popular with gardeners. Pay attention to them when you go to the store for sets or onion seeds.

Onions are used for cooking many dishes, so any housewife, when choosing crops for growing on her site, prefers several varieties at once. Variety in the beds allows you to create new masterpieces in the kitchen, and at the same time improve your gardening. In this article, we will find out what types of onions are, home and wild, talk about their description and find out the main characteristics.

Varietal variety of onions: what types are there?

Adopting the experience of their ancestors, preference is often given to the same varieties of onions when planting a vegetable garden. It's time to change stereotypes, improve and achieve new results, because the dish can sparkle with new flavor notes if you use Setton or Leek instead of the usual onion. Moreover, in central Russia, you can plant a large number of varieties, as practice has shown. At least lettuce, even green. And then we will find out where which species can grow.

Onions in the garden

To determine the choice of seeds for bulbous plants, you need to familiarize yourself with the features of different species, their preferences and planting nuances. It is also worth paying attention to the correspondence of the growing conditions of the culture and the climate of the region. This will be the subject of this article.

The most popular onion varieties

All varieties of culture differ not only in taste, but also in planting rules, ripening period, and yield.

Onion sets

• Chalcedony grows outdoors, is very popular among gardeners in the southern regions of Russia. Suitable for growing feathers and root crops. The ripening period (from planting to harvesting) is 95-110 days. An average of 4 kg is removed from a square meter with a marketable weight of one small specimen of 85-100 grams. Sometimes there are onions weighing up to 400 grams. There is a good immunity to peronosporosis, vulnerability to cervical rot. Taste: pleasant with a slight spice.
• Stuttgarter Riesen early ripening, from sowing to harvesting takes about 3 months. Rounded-flat onions weigh 150-250 grams on average, but there are also giants up to 350 grams. The plant rarely shoots arrows, does not become covered with spots typical of downy mildew. Taste: spicy with a pungent aroma.
• Sowball is characterized by large, rounded bulbs with an average weight of up to 200 grams. The root crop ripens for about 100-110 days, gives a good harvest. Taste: delicate with a slight hint of pungency, used mainly for making salads.

Onions (turnip)

• Goldfish represents a mid-season species, is distinguished by rounded medium-sized onions weighing about 60-70 grams. Used for greenery and growing turnip for planting in the next season. The middle is white and juicy with a slight edge.
• Shaman belongs to the early ripening varieties, ripens in 86-95 days. The root crop has an elongated shape, a pink-red rather juicy middle. The average weight of a turnip is 55-65 gr. Advantages: stable high yield, high taste. Stored for a short time.
• Oporto ripens in 98-107 days, belongs to the mid-season species. The weight of the turnip reaches 270-300 grams, the shape is correct round. Advantages: high yield when using seedlings, immunity to diseases and pests, retains its presentation for a long time. The palatability allows the use of porto for all types of processing.

Varieties of salad onions

• Exibishen ripens for about 130 days and tastes very sweet with abundant juice. The turnips are round and very large, reaching 550 gr., But there are also specimens of 700-800 gr. The only drawback of the culture is considered to be a small storage period (no more than 3 months).
• Yalta is incredibly popular due to its excellent taste. The plant ripens in 138-150 days, turnips are large flattened purple tones, reaching an average of 200 grams. In the middle lane, you can grow a variety using seedlings. Onions are stored for up to 4 months.
• Ermak is the ripening record holder, the crop is removed 75-95 days after sowing. Differs in good immunity, long shelf life (up to the next season). The gastronomic feature is a soft juicy texture with a slight pungency.

Red onion

• The crimson ball ripens in 85-95 days, yields a stable harvest every year. Dark purple rounded turnips live up to the name. The middle is juicy with a pleasant taste, set off by a light speck. The drawback is the short shelf life (up to 4 months).
• Campillo F1 Introduces Red Onion Hybrid, which has a rounded shape with a dense center and a pleasant purple tint. Advantage - pigment does not transfer to kitchen utensils and fabrics. Taste qualities: delicate structure with abundant juice production, well-perceptible sweetness. It can be stored for a long time without losing its properties.
• Retro is famous for its high yield and fast ripening (up to 90 days). The middle is tender, dark red with white stripes. Onions are very sweet without pungency, so they are even added to children's salads.

White onion

• Albenka is fast ripening (up to 95 days) and interesting taste qualities that combine light pungency and sweetness. Grown for herbs and onion sets. Not suitable for long-term storage.
• The white globe has good seed germination and quick ripening. You can harvest the crop in 95-105 days after planting. A rounded, slightly elongated turnip weighs 160 grams on average. The variety has a high stable yield, immunity to fusarium.
• Sterling is a group of white onion hybrids with a ripening period of 110-120 days. The mass of an average turnip is 120-200 gr. Rounded shape with white husk. The middle is soft and juicy with an unusual taste that is not similar to other species. The storage of the root crop is short (3-5 months), but when grown, immunity to many diseases and pests is noted.

Sweet onion

• Kaba matures in 145-155 days, has immunity to disease. Productivity is stable, stored for up to 4-5 months. The weight of a round turnip with a slight pressure is 80-125 grams. The middle is dense, but sweet and juicy.
• Globo ripens 110-125 days, the size of the root crop is a real giant. The weight of one onion reaches 600-900 grams. The taste is delicate, sweetish, ideal for salads and various other dishes. Growing a crop from seedlings, you can get a crop from 1 m2 to 12 kg.
• Spanish 313 is distinguished by its yield, immunity to diseases and pests, suitable for fresh and processed consumption. The weight of an average turnip is 120-150 grams, the shape is round and large. Onions have long been recognized by domestic gardeners and are popular due to their unpretentious care and sweet taste. Productivity from 1m2 - 4-5 kg.

Names of varieties of onions for storage

• Red Baron has a dark red color, the onion is rounded, slightly flattened. The plant ripens in just 90-95 days, the weight of the turnip is 95-110 grams. Advantages: stable high yield, light taste with a slight spice.
• Volsky bow prefers nutritious light soils. The root crop ripens in 120-140 days with an average weight of 90-140 grams. The turnip grows in such a way that the top is on top of the soil, which simplifies collection. Taste features: spiciness is well felt.
• Orion represents an exclusive hybrid, which English breeders have been working on for a long time. The variety ripens quickly, which makes it possible to grow a crop even in the northern regions. The turnip has a regular rounded shape of a beautiful purple color, weighing an average of 150-200 grams. Orion is very popular among gardeners, but most likely it will not grow either in the suburbs or in the Urals.

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• Centurion has gained popularity all over the world due to its high taste. The rounded-elongated turnip reaches a weight of up to 110 g... The yield is average, but stable (up to 3-4 kg per 1 m2). Advantages of the variety: not susceptible to the release of arrows, long shelf life (up to 8-9 months), resistance to decay. The root vegetable has a pungent taste.
• Hercules is considered a prolific crop, yielding from one square meter to 8-9 kg of root crops. Breeders, working on a hybrid, initially set the task of obtaining a long-lasting onion. The result exceeded expectations - good resistance to diseases, long-term storage without loss of useful properties, resistance to the whims of nature. The weight of the turnip is up to 120 gr., The taste is at a height (light pungency, juiciness, moderately sweetness).
• Sturon represents a hybrid grown by Dutch breeders. As a result of painstaking work, a variety was obtained that is resistant to diseases and pests, which retains its presentation well for 9-10 months. The plant ripens in 100-115 days, the weight of an average turnip is 120-150 grams. Gastronomic feature: suitable for all types of processing, neutral flavor notes with a slight spice.

Observing all the recommendations for soil preparation, planting and care, you can remove a completely bountiful harvest of onions from the beds. And even celebrate a giant root crop every year, winning their own records.

Onion varieties for storage: description, reviews, photos

Stuttgarter rizen onion, description - a variety of German selection, which has become by right the most popular in the world among varieties of onions. Early maturing: from sowing to ripening 120 days when grown from seeds and 60-70 days from seedlings. The bulb is flat-rounded, large, weighs 120-150 grams. The taste is spicy. It is appreciated for its yield (5 kg / m2 with minimal maintenance). Perfect evenness of the bulbs, excellent keeping quality. Resistant to downy mildew (downy mildew). Unpretentious and very flexible variety.

Bow Sturon and Centurion

New selection of the Stuttgarter rizen variety. Centurion is a heterotic hybrid (F1). Both of these varieties produce the highest quality, well-stored bulbs. The shape of the Sturon bulbs is perfectly round; the Centurion forms a somewhat elongated bulb. Round and elongated onions are very convenient for cutting, and the housewives have already appreciated this. These varieties have a smaller bottom and a narrower neck than Stuttgarter rizen. The small bottom reduces waste when cutting the onions. A narrower neck dries out faster, which means that the likelihood of pathogens getting to the bulb decreases. A higher yield of these onions was noted in comparison with the well-known Stuttgarter rizen variety.

Onion Orion, variety description

Exclusive grade of the English firm "Johnson". Orion is the result of many years of work to improve other breeding types. The cultivar gives leveled production of perfectly rounded, large (up to 150-200 grams) bulbs. Early ripening periods allow this onion to fully ripen even in Siberian conditions, which creates good preconditions for long-term storage. Many gardeners prefer this variety to everyone else.

Popular varieties of red onions: a description of Bombay and Brunswick onions

Dutch varieties of red salad onions, used fresh in salads, preparations, for making marinades. The feathers and bulbs of these varieties are very juicy and tasty, mild, rich in vitamins and phytoncides. Large farms grow these onions for greens, which are in greater demand than yellow onions.

Bombay - mid-season variety of onions. The bulbs are flat, dense, large. The color of dry scales is dark red, juicy - light lilac. The taste is semi-sharp, the keeping quality of the variety is good.

The onion variety has long been loved and popular. Brunswick... This is an early maturing variety that does well in annual crops. Growing it through seedlings, in one summer you can get decent bulbs, up to 6 cm in diameter. They are flat-round, multi-nested in shape, the color of dry scales is bright purple, juicy - pink. Keeps well too.

Bow Carmen

Mid-season onion variety. From germination to harvesting 120-130 days. The bulbs are beautiful, dark red with a purple tint, weighing 50-70 grams. The taste is semi-sharp. Differs in 100% ripeness and good keeping quality. It is grown from both seedlings and seeds.

Red Baron onion

An early onion variety, the period from seed germination to technical maturity is 92-95 days. The bulbs are flat-rounded, weighing 18-24 grams. The taste is semi-sharp. Differs in a high content of ascorbic acid.

Advantages of the variety: stable yield, excellent ripening after ripening. To obtain larger bulbs, this variety is grown through seedlings.

Onions of the Stuttgarten variety Riesen, Red Baron, Lyubchik, Victoria.

Varieties of large onions: description, photos, reviews Onion Globo

Mid-season variety, one of the largest among salad varieties.The bulb is round, light yellow, weighing up to 1 kg, very juicy, sweet taste. From seed to turnip, it is grown in 1 season only through seedlings.

Planting pattern of sevka: 7 x 35 cm.To obtain sevka from nigella, the seeding pattern is continuous: 1.5 x 1.5 cm.

Bow Exhibition

Medium late variety, forms a huge onion weighing 500-800 grams, sweet taste without bitterness. The shelf life of the crop is short, only 3-4 months. Grown only through seedlings.

Texas yellow onion

Popular Dutch variety. All Siberian gardeners are delighted with this onion. It grows easily and quickly, forms a good head in one season. Quite large bulbs have a straw-yellow color, dense and mild flesh. The variety is resistant to pink root rot.

Growing onions from seeds

Before sowing, onion seeds are soaked for 2-3 hours in water. Then they are kept for 3-4 days in a damp cloth. Be sure to disinfect seeds in a dark solution of potassium permanganate (1 g per 1 liter of water) for 8 hours at a temperature of 40 ° C.

To get giant bulbs, seedlings are grown. To do this, in mid-March, seeds are sown in boxes filled with a soil mixture of humus, sod land and mullein (9: 10: 1) with a neutral reaction. Sowing is sprinkled with a loose soil mixture through a sieve, then rolled. Onion shoots appear 7-12 days after sowing.

Maintain the temperature when growing seedlings: until sprouting 20-22 ° C, then 17-20 ° C during the day, 10-14 ° C at night. Drizzle with warm water.

Frequent airing prevents the seedlings from stretching out unnecessarily.

They are planted in a permanent place after two months, usually in mid-May. Immediately before planting, the seedlings are hardened for 2 days. Landings are placed in an open, unshaded place. The scheme for planting seedlings in open ground 20 x 30 cm.

Fresh manure is harmful. Planting is placed in the place where manure was introduced 2-3 years ago, since the plant forms a large leaf mass and loose bulbs unsuitable for storage using fresh manure. A month after planting the seedlings, and then, if necessary, the site is loosened and weeded. After the formation of the bulbs, the soil is raked away so that only the bottom is in the soil. In this case, the bulbs ripen faster and are better stored in the future.

Harvesting turnip onions

In August, as soon as the feather begins to lay down, it is rolled to accelerate the ripening of the bulbs. Lodging of leaves is the first sign of ripening. Simultaneously with the lodging and yellowing of the leaves, the roots die off at the bottom. Thus, the bow shows us that it has stopped growing. Onions are harvested closer to mid-August. The most important thing is not to be late in harvesting large and lying bulbs, since after the leaves have completely dried out, if the soil is wet, their roots begin to grow again, which reduces their keeping quality. Onions are harvested only in dry weather, it is good if there is a breeze that dries it outdoors. Drying the onions in the sun helps to decontaminate the bulbs and store them better. Then the onions are dried in the attic or in the shed for a month. During this time, the neck becomes thin and dry. Dried onions are peeled from dry scales and placed for long-term storage.

Growing onions through seedlings

Some people sow Dutch onion seeds in the early spring directly in open ground and get good results. But if you want to get the maximum yield in a small area, and such that it is worthy of its name Exhibition, you cannot do without seedlings. Many, having read these lines, will immediately remember with sadness their windowsills, lined with seedlings of tomatoes and peppers. And then there's the bow! But let us reassure you in advance: from 0.4 g, or 100 seeds, more than 11 kg of onions will grow. Use 1 liter juice boxes to plant them on seedlings. They take up little space, are compactly placed on the windowsill, and the seedlings can be easily removed from them without injuring the roots.

Sowing is best in mid-March.Some vegetable growers recommend doing this in February, of course, if it is possible to regulate the temperature and light conditions (cool at night, illuminate in the morning and evening). Such terms are justified, since they will provide the output of better quality seedlings. But in an ordinary apartment with an early planting, the seedlings will stretch out and grow heavily.

Sowing Dutch onion seeds is a pleasure, as they are treated with fungicides and painted in bright colors, which allows you to control the planting density. It is enough to pour the seeds from the bag onto the prepared moistened soil and use a match to distribute them evenly over the entire area at a distance of about 0.5 cm. However, the seeds of the Globo variety are not treated with anything. In order not to thicken their planting, a layer of snow is placed on the soil. On a white background, the nigella is clearly visible. By the way, this method is very convenient for sowing very small dark seeds, for example, petunias, snapdragons, celery and other crops. When the snow melts, the seeds are pressed into the soil gradually and evenly provided with moisture, which contributes to their more friendly germination. Cover the onion seeds with a layer of soil no more than 1 cm, place the box in a plastic bag and place it under the battery. After a few days, the first green "loops" appear. This is a signal that it is time to expose the container to the light.

Top dressing onions

Water the seedlings sparingly, as the soil dries up. The need for feeding is determined based on the quality of the substrate. Use well-rotted manure or compost sifted through a metal mesh (0.5 cm mesh) or compost with the addition of ash and sand. A sufficient amount of nitrogen, potassium and trace elements in its basis makes it possible to do practically without additional feeding. Some phosphorus deficiency is compensated for by one-time watering with ammophos solution.

To prevent the seedlings from pulling out, if possible, spray it with an epin solution (this applies more to tomatoes). Many summer residents, when planting seedlings, make a gross mistake, strongly compressing the ground around the planted plants. In this case, pampered stems and fragile roots are often injured, and oxygen access to them is also blocked. It is better to make a depression with a small hoe, put the seedlings there, gently scoop up the soil to the roots and water. In this case, the soil itself is evenly compacted around the seedlings.

Despite the fact that the feather of the onion grows powerful and thick, it is often not worth cutting it off for consumption. After all, it is due to it that the onion grows, and the starting conditions for nigella and sevka are incommensurable. And in the shortest time it is necessary to achieve maximum results. The perennial leek and the annual Parade onion are grown on the green feather, which gives leaves until late autumn. Onions from seeds are "pinched" only occasionally, its greens are juicy, sweetish.

During the growing season, it is useful to sprinkle all onion plants with ashes a couple of times. In addition to potassium nutrition and a full range of trace elements, this will to some extent save plantings from fungal diseases. The rest of the dressing is carried out according to the usual scheme, familiar to every gardener. The main thing is to maintain the optimal distance between plants (5-6 cm) in a row when planting seedlings, although, looking at the thin borings, you just want to plant denser. But this is not necessary, because a rapidly growing bulb needs a large area of ​​nutrition.

Grow annuals only through seedlings. Moreover, it is recommended to do thickened crops, so that the bylochki support each other and do not fall, and when they are 10-15 cm, then cut them in half so that they go not upward, but in breadth. When planting, cut the greens again by 1/3 and the roots by 1/3. That's the whole trick.

With any method of growing onions during the ripening period, when the feather is still green, it is necessary to create conditions so that as much nutrients as possible pass into the bulb, and at the same time prevent the formation of new roots and regrowth, which will further negatively affect preservation.To prevent this from happening, in rainy weather, you should cover the plantings with pieces of old film, and then you do not need to cut the roots or "trample" the feather, as amateur vegetable growers advise. After harvesting, marketable onions are placed in plywood fruit crates, which ensure good air exchange.

You will have enough of your onions almost until the next harvest. The advantage of this method is obvious - the cost of packing even the most expensive seeds is incomparable with the price of a kilogram of seed. Under no circumstances will your onion “go to the arrow”, and you will get the opportunity to grow exactly the variety you like best. After all, the assortment of nigella is much wider than the set.

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Sevka onion varieties - what to choose according to your taste and color ?!

As a rule, it is the varieties of onion sets that determine the future harvest.

You can plant a Dutch hybrid or a local hybrid, choose a sweet or spicy taste, red, white or yellow in color, so that it is better stored and can be planted before winter.

There are quite a few criteria, so detailed characteristics will allow you to make the right choice ...

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in the package different varieties of onion sets - in the photo

The best varieties of onion sets - which ones?

With the arrival of spring, a hot season begins for gardeners, it is necessary to have time to plant all the vegetables on time. Onions are one of the first to be planted. For planting, sevok is most often used.

But, before a novice gardener, the question of choosing varieties of onion sets will surely arise, because there are a lot of them.

And in order to make the right choice and buy the right bow, you need to get acquainted with the characteristics, so as not to miscalculate for sure!

When choosing varieties of onion sets, it is worth focusing on the ripening time, price, and yield. The best in all properties are considered:

Onion Sevok Sturon - the variety is characterized by early ripening, semi-sharp pleasant taste, such a single-nested bulb weighs 90–150 gr.

Plants of the Sturon variety sprout together and give a wonderful harvest, but the cultivation of greens from it is not expected. The crop is harvested 1-2 weeks earlier than other varieties.

Onions are resistant to various diseases, have a long shelf life

Onion sets Stuttgarter Riesen - when choosing varieties of onion sets for the northwest, attention should be paid to this well-known early maturing vegetable that does not have small bulbs.

The bulbs have a dense structure, a flat round shape. One onion can weigh up to 300 grams. Onions of this type add spice to any dish and significantly replenish the supply of vitamin C in the body.

It sprouts well, gives the desired yield and is perfectly stored. But, watering, loosening the soil and removing weeds has not been canceled, otherwise it will be difficult to grow large onions.

Onion diseases, unfortunately, also affect this variety, in particular powdery mildew and putrefactive deposits

Onion Sevok Centurion Is a new selection onion.

Centurion represents varieties of onion sets of an oblong shape, the onion can weigh 180 grams, it is stored for a long time, it tastes pungent.

Centurion has 100% germination, high yield rates. Onions of this variety are rarely exposed to diseases.

Onion sets Hercules Is a mid-early hybrid with a large fruit that can weigh 160 grams. This plant is characterized by sharpness, long shelf life, and, moreover, there are practically no onion diseases.

Onion Sevok Red Baron - ripens early, winters well indoors, onions have a beautiful red-violet color.

Red Baron replenishes sweet onion sevka, an indispensable vegetable in many salads and appetizers.

Vegetable growers who have chosen this onion always have a decent harvest.

It is worth noting that summer residents and gardeners successfully grow such varieties of onion sets as Shtur BS-20, Orion, Stardust, they all have their own flavor and are worthy of attention.

Winter varieties of onion sets

Many gardeners plant some specially selected varieties of onion sets in the fall, before winter, consider the most famous.

The Shakespeare onion variety is the most popular for winter sowing - it is represented by large round bulbs with snow-white juicy pulp and a semi-sharp taste. The variety differs from other onions with dark brown scales, which help to withstand frost in winter. Unpretentious and hardy, yields early harvest.

The winter onion Radar is not inferior to Shakespeare - its head weighs only 10 grams less, but if you take proper care of it, you can grow an onion weighing 300 grams. This variety has excellent taste, good germination, high yield. The onion is covered with golden yellow scales.

The planting material of a short-day form is represented by the Ellan variety - the bulbs are rounded, covered with golden scales, white sweetish flesh is characteristic of the seed. The advantage is quick maturation.

The Senshui variety is famous for its high yield and early ripening, which tolerates low temperatures well, does not shoot and is well stored. The yellow-brown bulb is of medium weight and size. This variety of onions is perfect for those who love a spicy taste.

Large bulbs containing vitamin C will delight the diligent gardener onions of the Baron variety - he is a champion in terms of ripening, most often he is chosen by professional vegetable growers to make a winter planting.

One hundred percent plants of the Centurion variety germinate without loss, it is characterized by early maturity and a pungent taste.

For long-term storage and resistance to frost, gardeners like the Kip-Well variety, in addition, it is avoided by the disease and parasitic insects.

The bulb is of medium weight and oblong.

German breeders presented a medium-late variety Bamberger, the heads of which have a taste of weak pungency, an elongated shape, and the scales are yellow. Of course, only some of the Dutch onion varieties that are suitable for winter planting are listed here.

How to Pick a Good Sevok - Tips

The place of purchase of the sevka can be a store, or you prefer to harvest it yourself. But, it is not enough to decide on the choice of the variety of onion sets, it is necessary to choose high-quality planting material, based on the following criteria:

• characteristic onion smell - should not smell of rot, dampness and mold
• dried splinters cannot be more than 1%
• there is a rustle of thoroughly dried onions
• shape and color correspond to the characteristics of the named variety
• planting material is dense with a uniform surface, there are no traces of infections, pests, putrefactive plaque
• there are no spots on the bulbs, the color is even
• sets without any mechanical scratches, dents, etc.
• no wet bulbs
• the diameter of the seed should not exceed 10 mm. Today the market often offers much larger bulbs, but it is not worth buying them, because there is a high probability of the formation of arrows
• planting material belongs to one fraction - a uniform sowing contributes to an increase in yield by 20%, obtaining the expected size
• the seller accurately named the variety, its characteristics and shelf life

A thorough selection of planting material and varieties of onion sets for Siberia, the Urals, the Moscow region and any other region is a guarantee of a high harvest.

In order for the work to be crowned with success, the quality of the harvest was excellent, and it was convenient to work and there were few losses, plant onions not with seeds, but with sets! Good harvests to you!

Onion sets: characteristics of popular varieties

One of the first crops that gardeners begin to plant is onions.

This plant has a large varietal selection, which very often confuses novice gardeners and gardeners.

After all, it can be quite difficult to choose a plant without knowing its characteristics. In this article, we'll take a look at the very best onion sets.

Before choosing a seed plant that will later be planted, you need to make sure that it is a really good choice. You can buy a set in a store or prepare it yourself.But in any case, it is necessary to proceed from the criteria for choosing a suitable seedling.

Sevka selection criteria:

• taste characteristics. First of all, you should start your choice with this parameter, because it is because of this that onions are grown;
• form. This criterion depends only on varietal variety and taste characteristics. After all, few people will plant onions just because they are round;
• resistance of the variety to temperature indicators, as well as humidity. Onion sets respond to these factors by reducing their growth activity. Therefore, remember that the more the onion is transported, fiddled with, the earlier it will start to grow and begin to sprout;
• the smell emanating from the bulbs should be characteristic of the onion. There should be no smell of rot, dampness, mold;
• good specimens should have a small amount of dried onions (no more than 1%);
• the dried onions should rustle. This is a sign of a good set;

• all bulbs must correspond in shape and color to the characteristics of the selected variety;
• appearance. The bulbs must be firm and flat. They should be free from traces of diseases, pests, rot or deterioration;
• the color of the bulbs should be uniform, without various spots;
• the sevka should be free of any mechanical damage;
• the bulbs must be dry. In case of contact with wet specimens (their color is slightly darker), it will be enough just to dry them;
• the seller must indicate the exact name of the variety, as well as its characteristics and shelf life. This is a necessary condition, since the varieties of onion sets have different species parameters, on which germination and yield directly depend. These parameters should also be indicated on the packaging.

In addition to these criteria, not the least is the size of the bulbs. Sevki according to this indicator are divided into the following groups:

1. small-breeding varieties. This group includes plants with a bulb size of 10-15 mm. These bulbs can be planted before winter;
2. medium-sized varieties. The group includes plants with bulbs of sizes 15.1-22 mm;
3. multi-nested varieties. This includes onions with bulb sizes ranging from 22.1 to 40 mm.

There is another classification of onion sets according to their size:

• fine fraction - 8-14 mm. The most optimal size for winter planting. This fraction is not suitable for spring planting. Their bulbs do not give arrows. However, due to their small size, such sets often freeze out. Plants with such bulbs may be three weeks behind in maturity from the seedlings of the middle fraction. When planted on nutrient-poor soils, forms small bulbs;

• the middle fraction is 14–21 mm. Often used for winter planting. Bulbs also do not form an arrow. Optimal size for spring planting;
• large fraction - 21-24 mm. It is used for sub-winter planting and is planted only to obtain greenery. In the case of spring planting, it can form arrows (some varieties give in case of early planting or improper storage). A big plus of this fraction is that ripening and harvesting are guaranteed. This fraction is advised to be planted by the most novice and inexperienced gardeners;
• coarse fraction - 24-30 mm. This fraction appeared on the market relatively recently. The advantage of this group is the low stage. It is used for winter planting and only for obtaining greenery. Spring planting is carried out similarly to the previous fractions;
• very coarse fraction - 30–40 mm. Used to get greenery. No arrows, but only if stored correctly. Experts recommend warming the bulbs before planting the soil.

Today on the market you can find sets and larger sizes. But these bulbs have a high probability of shooting. This bow is not very suitable for planting.

The use of sevka of one fraction has the following advantages:

1. high uniformity of planting material;
2. when using a homogeneous planting material, an increase in yield growth occurs up to 20%;
3. the onion grows to a predictable size;
4. the maximum correlation of the ripening dates of the plant is ensured.

Therefore, the choice of onion sets should be carried out depending on the planting time and its purpose. The most optimal size of the bulbs for their further normal growth is 1-2 cm.

Benefits of using sevka instead of seeds:

• the opportunity to get a harvest much earlier;
• the culture has a faster development, which has a positive effect on the quality of the crop itself at the end of the growing season;
• the plant has a stronger and more powerful root system. This property is of great importance when growing plants in arid soils;
• plants grown from seedlings are less susceptible to the negative influence of weeds;

• in the case of growing onions on light soils, the loss of yield due to wind erosion is minimal;
• onions tolerate mechanical processing well.

The choice of onion sets should be approached thoroughly, since the yield and growth rate of plants depend on this stage.

The best varieties

In addition to the choice of good planting material, not the last place in gardening and horticulture is the choice of the variety of onion sets. They differ from one another in terms of basic characteristics, as well as ripening time, price and yield.

Description of the most popular varieties of onions that are used as sets:

• Sturon is considered one of the best varieties of onions. Early ripening is characteristic. The onion has a semi-sharp pleasant taste. Its bulbs are medium to large in size. They are unilocular. The mass of one onion ranges from 90-100 to 140-150 grams. The variety has a stable and excellent germination and productivity. Not used for growing on greens. The advantage of this variety is that the harvest is carried out 8 or even 12 days earlier than other plants. Grown in northern latitudes (Russia, Northern Europe, Scandinavia). Possesses high resistance to various diseases. Grown commercially. Long-term storage onions;

• Stuttgarter Riesen is the most famous early ripening variety. It grows in our area. The bulbs are medium to large in size. They are flat or flat-round, dense in consistency. Has a pronounced pungent taste. The mass of one bulb is from 50–94 to 150–300 g. It contains a large amount of vitamin C. It can be propagated by seedlings, seedlings and seeds. A significant disadvantage of the plant is susceptibility to diseases such as downy mildew and neck rot. High yield, germination and excellent keeping quality. Plastic variety, picky about watering, loosening and weeding. Bulbs are stored for up to 6 months;
• Centurion. It is a new selection variety of Stuttgarter Riesen. The shape of the bulb is uniform and elongated. The mass of one bulb is about 110–150 g (it can reach 180 g). Bulbs keep well (up to 8 months). The taste is spicy or semi-sharp. Under favorable conditions, 100% germination is possible. The yield is high. The variety is resistant to most diseases. Grown for sevka, but not for greens. Characterized by high resistance to shooting, increased keeping quality. Grown commercially;
• Hercules. A mid-early hybrid with one of the largest round bulbs. Grows well throughout Russia. The shape of the bulbs is broadly elliptical, and the mass is about 160 g. The taste is spicy. High yield is described. The variety keeps well. The plant is resistant to fusarium onion, bottom rot, pink rot;

• Red Baron. Excellent early variety of red / purple onions. The bulb is round and has a mass from 25-40 to 130-150 g. They are well stored. The taste of the bulbs is pleasant and semi-sharp. It is appreciated for its stable yield and excellent ripening properties. Requires regular watering, loosening and weeding. Propagated by seedlings, seedlings and seeds.Due to its excellent taste, it is often included in salads or consumed fresh.

In addition to these varieties, there are other fairly widespread varieties:

• Shtur BS-20. Medium late new variety. Its bulbs have a smooth, rounded shape. They contain a lot of dry matter. The husk is yellow. Long-term preservation is characteristic;
• Orion. Exclusive early maturing hybrid English variety. Produces perfectly round and large bulbs. Their weight is about 150-200 g. It is well stored. This variety is especially preferred by gardeners;
• Stardust. Medium early grade. The bulbs have a pleasant and semi-sharp taste. Good germination and productivity are described. They are smooth and round in shape, large in size. The mass of one bulb is about 30-50 g. Propagated by seeds and seedlings. Can be stored for a long time;

• Carmen. A variety of red onions. The taste of the bulbs is weak. They are of medium density and rounded, which is slightly flattened. Contains a lot of vitamin C and dry matter. The mass of one onion ranges from 50-80 to 100-120 g. 90-100% ripening and good keeping quality are described. Propagated by seedlings, seeds and seedlings;
• Chalcedony. Mid-season variety. The bulbs have a pungent taste. The mass of one onion is 85-100 g. Good keeping quality is described. It is affected by small rot, but is resistant to peronosporosis, cervical rot. It is also grown for greenery. A variety of universal use.
• Ellan. An early elite variety. The bulb is round or elongated. Bulb weight up to 300 g. Resistant to various pests and diseases.

As you can see, the choice of varieties of onion sets is truly huge. Among this variety, every gardener will be able to find the most suitable variety for himself, or even several varieties.

"Varieties of onion sets"

In the video, an overview of the most popular varieties of onion sets. Brief characteristics of varieties, criteria for choosing bulbs for planting, tips for planting.

What varieties of onions are better to plant, choose fruitful varieties of onions

In any household, onions are simply irreplaceable. But not everyone can grow it.

The least problems are for those who live in the so-called "onion-sowing" areas - there a good turnip grows by itself, but the rest have to work hard to stock up on onions for the winter.

We will tell you about popular varieties and hybrids of onions that can be grown from seeds and sets, for greens and for turnips.

From seeds - sevok

There are several ways to grow onions: seeds (nigella), sevkom, sampling, seedlings. Onions are grown in one-, two-, three-year culture.

With an annual culture, a marketable bulb is obtained from seeds or by seedling in one year. With a two-year culture, in the first year, small onions are grown from seeds - sets, in the second year from sets - marketable bulbs.

Sometimes they practice a three-year culture, using samples in the third year (underdeveloped bulbs) to get a large turnip. Growing onions from seeds is a rather troublesome business, and nevertheless it is a traditional method for Ukraine.

Every year, many gardeners buy a bag of seeds (nigella) and independently grow planting bulbs - sevok.Due to the density of the shell, nigella is pre-soaked or stratified. For sowing nigella, well-lit areas are chosen.

The soil should be neutral (pH 6.5-7), well-drained, clayey-sandy, fertilized. Before planting, it is dug to the depth of a shovel bayonet. Nigella is sown according to the scheme 45x3-5 cm to a depth of 1 cm, the norm is 1 g of seeds per 1 m2.

Seedlings after the appearance of two true leaves are thinned out, leaving the plants at a distance of 2-4 cm from each other. The second thinning is carried out in the phase of 4-5 leaves at a distance of 4-6 cm.

Further care of the crops consists in loosening the soil, watering (during the growth period) and weeding. To avoid constant weeding, a special stop * pre-emergence herbicide can be used to control annual grasses and dicotyledonous weeds in onion beds.

Our advice

Plants in the beds are fed with mineral fertilizers (in the first half of the growing season with nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium, in the second - with phosphorus-potassium).

At the end of August, before the beginning of the period of intense rains, the grown sevok is harvested. The bulbs are buried in and left in the garden until the leaves dry out.

Then they are removed, the sets are sorted, dried, packed in vegetable nets and stored until spring at a constant temperature of up to 15 ° C.

The storage space for the set should be dry, well-ventilated so that the onions do not become rotten and moldy.

From Sevka - onion

In the spring, when the soil warms up enough (April-May) and stable warm weather sets in, onion sets are planted in beds to obtain turnip onions.

By the way, in the national calendar there is Luke's Day (May 5), it was on him that our ancestors were guided when they planted sevok.

It is important to plant the seedlings at the optimal time: if the soil has not warmed up enough (up to 12 ° C), it will go to the arrow, if you are late with planting, the bulb will slowly develop.

The sevok is planted according to the scheme of 20 cm (between the rows) and 10 cm (between the bulbs), embedded to a depth of 3-4 cm. The consumption of planting material is 60-80 g per 1 m2. When growing sets on greens, dry onion necks must be cut off before planting; if onions are grown from the set, dry necks are not cut off.

Our advice

When the green leaves reach 15 cm in height, preventive treatment of onions against fungal diseases is carried out (1 teaspoon of copper sulfate and 5 ml of macho adhesive - for 10 liters of water, consumption of 0.5 liters of solution per 1 m2 of planting).

During the growing season, plants are treated with onion flies and thrips with the insecticide Bombardir Aqua (2.5-3.0 ml per 5 liters of water - per 1 hundred square meters).

After spraying, this systemic insecticide is absorbed into the leaves and spreads throughout the aerial part of the plant.

It is not washed off by rain and irrigation water, it is retained in plants for more than 25 days, protecting even those shoots that appeared after treatment.

In addition, the insecticide works flawlessly in hot weather, which is especially important for the southern regions.
Onions are harvested in August and September, after lodging and yellowing of the leaves. It is very important not to skip harvesting dates, since after 10 days the onion resumes its growth and becomes unsuitable for storage.

Accelerated program

Onions can be grown in annual crops by direct sowing of seeds into the ground. Early and mid-season varieties, both spicy and sweet, are more suitable for this method (table).

The advantage of growing in an annual culture from nigella is that the onions almost do not throw out the arrow and form a bulb in one season. Sowing can be carried out from mid-April, but it is important that the soil and seeds are well prepared to ensure high germination.

In early spring, when the snow melts in the garden, seeds are sown, previously soaked and dried to flow. So that the seedlings do not suffer from recurrent frosts, they are covered with a film.

After sowing, the rows can be sprinkled with low-lying peat, which prevents the formation of a crust on the soil surface and promotes its warming. Under favorable conditions, seedlings appear in 7-10 days. Dense crops are thinned out, leaving a distance of 6-8 cm between seedlings.

This is best done when the greens are old enough to be used in salads.

When growing onions from seeds, it is important to weed the beds in time, water in dry weather, feed in the phase of 3-5 true leaves and during the formation of the bulb, when its diameter is twice the diameter of the false stem. Usually, top dressing is combined with watering. Plants form high-quality bulbs by autumn, which, after thorough drying, are ready for long-term storage.

Which Variety should you choose?

There are hundreds of varieties of onions. The most important qualities of each variety are taste and storage ability (keeping quality), and if appearance is important to you, evenness and beautiful shape of the bulbs.

Please note that the most common varieties of onions with yellow and golden dry scales (husks) are always stored better, but bulbs with red, purple (Yaltinsky, Veselka, Carmen, Red Baron, Brunswick, etc.

) and white scales (Agostana, Albion, Belianka, Mouzona, Snowball, Sterling F1, Pompey, etc.) are softer and sweeter in taste.

Spicy varieties (table) are usually used for making sauces, soups, fish, meat, vegetables, canning and homemade products.

Semi-sharp and sweet bulbs (Yalta, Exibishen) are indispensable for vitamin salads and fresh consumption.
Red onion (Amphora, Carmen, Red Baron) Is a recognized favorite in cooking.

Due to its weakly sharp delicate taste, pleasant unsharp odor and, most importantly, the intense color of juicy (inner) dark red scales, it is a permanent ingredient in many vegetable salads.

And in a purple bow (Carmen, Mavka, Brunswick) contain anthocyanins and sulfur compounds, which lower blood sugar and reduce the risk of blood clots. All this should be taken into account when choosing onion seeds for planting.

If it is not possible to keep the seedlings until spring, master the technology of growing onions in an annual crop.

The most suitable for this are early small-ear varieties and hybrids with a short growing season and a small nest - Amphora, Belyanka, Daytona F1, Globus, Exibishen, Lugansky, Red Baron, Skvirsky, Rubin, Stuttgarter Riesen, Tkachenkovsky, etc.

In recent years, gardeners are increasingly planting sevok before winter, and there is a reason for this. Firstly, the crop ripens two weeks earlier than with spring planting, and secondly, the greens also appear earlier. When planting in winter, it is important that the bulbs have time to take root, but do not start to grow, so the best time to plant is a couple of weeks before the first frost (October).

Our advice

If you plan to plant onions before winter, use the winter varieties Shakespeare (mid-season, winter-hardy, semi-sharp in taste), Radar (medium late, with large bulbs weighing up to 300 g) or Senshui (early maturing, with large bulbs weighing up to 250 g).

The most popular variety of hot onions isStuttgarter Riesen... Gardeners love it for its early (from regrowth of seedlings to harvesting up to 75 days) and high yield (up to 8 kg of turnip are harvested from 1 m2 of planting). The bulbs are flattened, dense, large, weighing up to 180 g.

It does not shoot, it is resistant to diseases, it can be stored for 6-8 months.
Pay special attention to the universal varieties of domestic selectionMavka and Lyubchik... Mavka is a mid-season (growing season 102-114 days) high-yielding variety of red lettuce onions.

The bulbs are flat-rounded, dense, weighing 75-100 g. Forms powerful outer scales that protect the bulb well during storage. The inner scales are thick, very juicy and crunchy. Suitable for long-term storage, processing and fresh consumption.

Lyubchik is a mid-early variety (85-100 days), recommended for growing in an annual culture from seeds and seedlings. Bulbs are dense, elongated-oval, weighing 100-150 g, semi-sharp taste. Dry scales are yellow, juicy - white, with green in the upper part.

The variety is appreciated for its excellent taste. Suitable for long-term storage.

note

Planting onion manufacturers calibrate it into 5 main fractions. Fraction information must be indicated on the grid label. But in order to choose the landing bow you need, it is useful to know what is the difference between these fractions.

Fraction 8-14 mm- the smallest bulbs, which are not recommended to be stored until spring, so as not to dry out. This is the ideal size for planting in the winter. Does not shoot;
Fraction 14-21 mm - medium sized sets.

The most popular fraction, both for planting in spring and before winter. Does not shoot;
Fractions 21-24 and 24-30 mm- large set. When buying onions of these fractions, you need to understand that such sets are planted mainly in the fall on early greens.

If you plant it in the spring, shooting is possible, but there is also a plus - early ripening and a guaranteed yield of larger bulbs.
Fraction 30-40 mm- onions-picks.

Such bulbs are suitable for growing for greens, but not suitable for obtaining onions - they will direct all their strength to the continuation of the genus (flower arrow), and not to the formation of a marketable bulb.

Our advice
When buying a set, be sure to inspect the product. It is important that the bulbs are dry, firm to the touch, free from stains, damage and mold.

Svetlana KUKHARSKAYA,
plant protection consultant

The best varieties of onion sets for a rich harvest

There is not a single summer resident who would not grow onions in the beds.

This culture has a wide variety of varieties and it is very difficult for a novice gardener to figure it out. Let's try in the article to consider the best varieties of onion sets.

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the best varieties of onion sets

Choosing onion sets

What characteristics should be considered when choosing?

• Taste qualities of the variety: spicy, semi-spicy or sweet salad.
• The resistance of the species to humidity, the magnitude of the length of the day, the temperatures of your region.
• The size and shape of the bulbs.

Benefits of growing onion sets

1. Possibility of obtaining a uniform and early harvest with proper onion care.
2. This crop has a more powerful root system, which ensures a harvest in dry summers.
3. The harvest depends little on the growth of weeds.
4. Plants tolerate loosening easily.

Description of varieties of onion sets

The future harvest depends on the correct choice of the variety. Therefore, knowledge of the best varieties of onion sets will help to competently approach the choice of culture.

yellow onion

Yellow varieties

Sturon among breeders it is considered the best. It has an early ripening, pleasant semi-pungent taste. The variety is single-nested, reaching a mass of 90-150 g.

It sprouts well, has a stable yield, is well stored and is resistant to many diseases. It ripens 8-12 days earlier than other species.

Recommended for cultivation in northern latitudes.

Arzamsk variety time-tested. It ripens in 3.5 months and is well stored. The bulbs grow from 40 to 85 g.

SevokBuran belongs to late varieties and is mainly grown in two years. Its bulbs are dense, even and large, pungent in taste, perfectly stored. The harvest is fairly stable.

Stuttgarter Riesen - one of the earliest varieties, has proven itself well in our country. The bulbs have a pungent taste, grow to medium and even large sizes from 50 to 150 g.

Some specimens reach 250-300 g. The variety has a stable yield and excellent keeping quality (up to 6 months). When growing, requires weeding, loosening and watering.

The disadvantage is low resistance to cervical rot and powdery mildew.

Centurion variety bred on the basis of the Stuttgarter Riesen.

The characteristics of the variety are improved: keeping quality has been increased to 8 months, the shape of the bulbs is elongated, their weight is 110-150 g (maximum up to 180 g), the yield is stable and high, germination reaches 100% under favorable conditions, the taste is semi-sharp and pungent, resistant to shooting. Increased resistance of the variety to a large number of diseases.

Hercules - a hybrid variety of medium ripening, spicy taste. It gives the largest wide-elliptical bulbs about 150-160 g. The variety has a high yield, excellent storage, resistant to pink and bottom rot, fusarium onion.

Siberian annual sevok ripens in 2.5 months. Flat or round yellow bulbs can grow up to 200 g. If seeds are sown, it will take about 100 days to ripen. This variety keeps well and is resistant to shooting.

Exibition medium-late type, fruitful, cold-resistant, can grow sweetish juicy giant bulbs up to 1 kg. Differs in stable productivity in many climatic zones, and disease resistance.

description of varieties of onion sets

Red or purple varieties

Red Baron early onions have a rounded onion weighing 25-150 g with a pleasant semi-pungent taste. It is perfectly stored, has a high stable yield.

Due to its pleasant taste, it is successfully used in the preparation of salads. When growing, requires loosening, weeding and regular watering. Can be propagated by seeds, seedlings.

Black Prince has a mid-season ripening period, flatish rounded bulbs can reach a mass of up to 100 g. The yield is up to 50 kg / ha. The purpose is universal, the color is purple.

Carmen MC a new early variety of red-violet color, slightly pungent taste. Flat-rounded bulbs grow up to 100-120 g.

Usually grown in two years, 2-3 bulbs grow in the nest. Good keeping quality. The bulbs are rich in vitamin C.

The species reproduces by seeds, seedlings and seedlings.

Moldavian view medium ripeness and ripens in 3.5 months. Purple bulbs are large, individual specimens reach up to 200 g.

These varieties also include: Retro, Campillo, Yukont, Mars, Hermes.

white onion

White varieties

Stardust It is mid-early ripening with a pleasant semi-pungent taste. The bulbs are even, large in size, weighing 30-50 g, excellent storage. You can propagate by sevkom and seeds. The yield of the variety reaches 3-4.5 kg / m2.

The variety belongs to the snow-white bulbs: Snowball, Albenka, White Globe, Divino, Sterling.

Of course, it is impossible to list all the best varieties of onion sets... For a stable harvest, the main thing is to choose the right variety suitable for your climatic zone and soil, to ensure proper onion planting and care.

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7 best varieties of onions (description and photo)

Do you want to grow onions but don't know which variety to choose? Then be sure to read our article.

We will introduce you to the best varieties of onions that you can grow on your site without any problems.

When choosing a variety of onions for a summer residence, pay attention to its regionality. Depending on the area of ​​growth, onion varieties can be divided into 2 types:

Southern varieties of onions do not last very long, but they are not very spicy in taste. Some of them are called sweet at all and are referred to as salad types of onions. If you want to get southern varieties of onions in the northern regions or in the middle lane, it is worth growing them through seedlings.

Northern varieties of onions are pungent in taste, but have excellent keeping quality.

White onions are also distinguished. It has a softer and sweeter taste. White onions are among the salad varieties. However, such bulbs are poorly stored, quickly damaged by pests, soften and rot.

In France, it is from white onions that the famous onion soup is prepared.

Onion varieties are also distinguished according to the growing season: in the early varieties this period is 90-100 days, in the middle ones - 100-120 days, and in the later ones - more than 120 days.

Depending on the size of the bulb, there are 3 types:

• small - less than 50 g;
• medium - 50-100 g;
• large - more than 100 g.

Depending on how many bulbs can form in the nest, varieties are distinguished:

• small-sized (1-2 bulbs);
• medium-sized (3-4 bulbs);
• multi-nested (5 or more bulbs).

Nesting largely depends on the size of the seedlings, as well as on the growing conditions of the crop. If the seed is larger, and the soil fertility and moisture is higher, then the number of bulbs in the nest will be greater.

Spicy, semi-sharp, sweet onions - looking for differences

All spicy varieties of onions are early ripening.

They are distinguished by good keeping quality, high content of essential oils and sugars, but at the same time they are less productive.

Such varieties, as a rule, are covered with several layers of outer scales, and therefore they can be removed not only by hand, but also using specialized equipment.

Peninsular onion varieties have few outer scales, and the flesh is not as dense and sharp.

Such a bow, when harvesting with special equipment, is often injured and quickly deteriorates.

Semi-sharp varieties are considered to be medium-hard and take longer to ripen. However, they give a higher yield than sharp varieties.

Sweet onions taste great and are often used fresh. They give a high yield, but it is stored for a short time. Sharp and semi-sharp onions can be grown in any region.

In the southern regions, during the growing season, crops can be obtained even from seeds. And in the middle lane and northern zones - only through seedlings or by planting seedlings.

Sweet varieties are grown mostly in hot southern regions from seeds.

Popular varieties of red, yellow and white onions

We bring to your attention well-proven varieties of onions, which are preferred by the absolute majority of gardeners.

Kaba

Late-ripening variety with dense round-flat and rounded bulbs running downwards. The pulp is white, sometimes with a greenish tinge. The outer scales are yellow or light brown. The variety is not resistant to downy mildew (downy mildew), it is also damaged by onion fly.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	peninsular		70-145	unsatisfactory

Red baron

Early ripe variety. The bulbs are round, flattened at the top and bottom, red or dark purple on the outside and inside. For larger bulbs, it is recommended to grow this variety through seedlings.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	peninsular		130-150	excellent

Snowball

A medium early variety of white onions. It has almost round and white (both outside and inside) bulbs. Quite resistant to shooting, but moderately susceptible to downy mildew and neck rot.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	peninsular		120-200	average

Strigunovsky local

An early early ripening variety. It has round, dense bulbs with light pulp and pink or brown outer scales. It can grow in both hot and cool climates without problems.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	very spicy		45-80	excellent

Sturon

Mid-season variety. The bulbs are round, white in color, densely covered with a yellow-brown skin. Resistant to diseases and shooting.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	spicy		70-180	excellent

Texas yellow

Early ripe variety. The bulbs are round, rather large, straw-yellow in color with dense white flesh. Resistant to pink root rot.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	peninsular		80-150	average

Centurion F1

Medium early hybrid with medium-sized, round-elongated bulbs. The pulp is juicy, white, the outer scales are golden brown. The hybrid is resistant to shooting and major onion diseases.

Use	Taste	Growing method	Bulb weight (g)	Keeping quality
	spicy		65-150	excellent

Each of these varieties has stood the test of time and is popular with gardeners. Pay attention to them when you go to the store for sets or onion seeds.