Candy Onion Plant

Candy Onion Plants produce large, sweet onions with a mild, long-lasting flavor. These attractive onions have white rings and pretty, golden-brown, outer skin, have good disease resistance, and can last 3-6 months in proper storage. Candy is an Intermediate-day onion and can be grown in both northern and southern gardens.

Our Candy Onion Plants are grown with a commitment to natural methods, ensuring they're healthy and robust. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant sets or transplants in early spring, as soon as soil can be worked
• - Plant 1 inch deep and 4-5 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.8
• - Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

Watering Specifics:

• - Water regularly to keep soil consistently moist
• - Reduce watering when bulbs begin to mature

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply balanced fertilizer at planting
• - Side-dress with nitrogen-rich fertilizer every 3-4 weeks until bulbing begins

Pruning and Training:

• - No pruning necessary
• - Remove any flower stalks to direct energy to bulb formation

Pollination:

• - Not necessary for bulb production

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for onion maggots and thrips
• - Use row covers to protect young plants

Harvesting Indicators:

• - Harvest when tops begin to fall over and dry out
• - Pull gently and let dry in the sun for several days

Storage:

• - Cure in a warm, dry place for 1-2 weeks
• - Store in a cool, dry place with good air circulation for several months

Companion Plants:

• - Carrots: Improve growth and flavor
• - Beets: Enhance growth
• - Lettuce: Onions deter pests from lettuce