Known as Oriental Bunching Onion it forms a long, white, thick shaft similar to a leek. 20-60cm tall. It can be eaten fresh or cooked, in tempura and used as a condiment for its strong flavor.
Sowing from January to April outdoors. Maintain 20cm of distance between plants in rows, and 20cm of separation between rows.
They are harvested in summer and early fall. It needs well drained and fertile soils.
Calendar| I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X | XI | XII | |
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| Harvest |
| Botanical name | Allium fistulosum |
|---|---|
| Average germination (%) | 85 |
| Germination (in days) | 10-15 |
| Hardiness | Hardy (tolerates temperatures down to -15ºC) |
| Plant use | Edible |
| Planting distance | 20 cm |
| Seeds per gram | 450 |
| Soil - Moisture | Well-drained |
| Soil - Type | Fertile |
| Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |

Easter 2026
This week we will only be shipping orders on Monday 30 March to ensure that orders arrive before bank holidays.
We will resume deliveries from Tuesday 7 April 2026.
The nursery will be open until Thursday 2 april. If you would like to collect your order or visit us we would be delighted to welecome you from 8 am to 2 pm.
Happy Easter !