Country Value Onion (Spring) White Lisbon Winter Hardy

A very hardy strain which is slow to form bulbs. Can be sown until late August for use the following spring, but is also ideal for spring and summer sowing's. Prefers rich, well drained soil.

Sow outdoors in March to September

• In prepared seed bed
• Sow thinly in rows 15cm (6in) apart
• Cover with 1.5cm of fine soil
• Firm gently and keep moist
• Seedling appear 14-21 days
• For continuous crops sow every 2-3 weeks
• Select onions alternately from the row, allowing others to fully develop
• No further thinning is needed if sown thinly.
• Harvest in June to October
• Harvest in March to May if overwintered
• Protect with clothes during cold spells