Brown Onion

100 Seeds

Brown Onion is a hardy storage onion known for its golden-brown skin, strong flavor, and long shelf life. It grows best during the cool season in the Gulf and should be planted in autumn for harvesting in late winter or early spring.

🌱 Best Growing Season in the Gulf

• Sow seeds: September–November
• Best outdoor growing period: October–March
• Ideal growing temperatures are 13–24°C.
• Avoid sowing during the hot summer months, as excessive heat can reduce bulb size and quality.

🌿 Seed Starting

1. Prepare loose, fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter.
2. Sow seeds 6–12 mm (¼–½ inch) deep.
3. Space seeds 2–3 cm apart in rows.
4. Water gently after sowing and keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge.

⏱ Germination

• Seeds usually germinate in 7–14 days.
• Ideal soil temperature for germination is 18–24°C.

🌱 Thinning & Transplanting

• Thin or transplant seedlings when they reach 10–15 cm in height.
• Final spacing:
  • 10–15 cm between plants.
  • 25–30 cm between rows.
• Avoid disturbing the roots during transplanting.

☀️ Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily).
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0.
• Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced vegetable fertilizer every 3–4 weeks until bulbs begin to mature.

🧅 Harvest

• Harvest when 50–80% of the tops naturally fall over and dry.
• Lift bulbs carefully and cure them in a shaded, well-ventilated area for 10–14 days.
• Once fully cured, trim the tops and roots, then store bulbs in a cool, dry, and airy place.
• Brown onions are excellent for long-term storage.

🌡 Gulf Climate Tips

• Plant only during the cooler months.
• Apply mulch to retain soil moisture and reduce weed growth.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen late in the season to encourage proper bulb development.
• Reduce watering during the last week before harvest to improve bulb quality and storage life.