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ONION PLANTS / SLIPS FOR SALE

Selecting onion plants based on daylength! Here's a quick summary to reinforce the importance of this information:

  • Daylength and Bulb Formation: The number of daylight hours is crucial for when onions start and stop bulb production.
  • Daylength Variation by Region: Increases as you travel further north, influencing which onion varieties thrive were.

Onion Plant Categories:

  • Long-Day Onions
    • Daylength: 14 hours or more.
    • Best for: Northern areas.
  • Intermediate-Day Onions
    • Daylength: 12 to 13 hours.
    • Best for: Most areas, except the far north and deep south.
  • Short-Day Onions
    • Daylength: 10 hours or more.
    • Best for: Southern areas.

By understanding these categories, gardeners can select the best onion varieties for their region, ensuring successful growth and bulb formation.

Have you decided which type of onion you'll be planting this season?

  • Short-Day Onion Varieties

    Short-day onion varieties are perfect for areas with mild winters and early planting schedules. Here’s a brief overview:

    · Optimal Regions: Southern to mid areas of the country

    · Bulb Formation: Begins at approximately 10 hours of daylight

    · Planting Time: Ideal for early planting to take advantage of the shorter daylight hours

    These onions are well-suited for regions where they can be planted early in the season, making them a great choice for southern gardeners looking for a reliable crop.
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  • Intermediate Day Onion Varieties

    Long-day onion varieties thrive in regions with longer daylight hours. Here’s a snapshot:

    • Optimal Regions: Best for mid to northern areas of the country

    • Bulb Formation: Begins at 14 to 15 hours of daylight

    • Planting Time: Ideal for regions with extended daylight during the growing season

    These onions are perfect for gardeners in northern regions, taking advantage of the longer days to produce robust bulbs.

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  • Long Day Onion Varieties

    Long-day onion varieties thrive in regions with longer daylight hours. Here’s a snapshot:

    • Optimal Regions: Best for mid to northern areas of the country

    • Bulb Formation: Begins at 14 to 15 hours of daylight

    • Planting Time: Ideal for regions with extended daylight during the growing season

    These onions are perfect for gardeners in northern regions, taking advantage of the longer days to produce robust bulbs.

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HELPFUL ONION SHIPPING INFORMATION

Although you have the option to pick your desired ship date, please understand there will be times when conditions we can’t control play an enormous role as to when plants are pulled in the field, for example to much rain, early or late frost. Please be understanding and be assured that we are never intentionally delaying orders. Thank You