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Welsh Perennial Onion Seeds

CA$5.50

Our own farm-grown Welsh Perennial Onion (Allium fistulosum) seeds for organic growing.

All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.

1 pkg (approx. 30-50 seeds)

Our own farm-grown Welsh Perennial Onion (Allium fistulosum) seeds for organic growing.

All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.

1 pkg (approx. 30-50 seeds)

Common Names
Welsh Perennial Onion, Welsh Onion, Bunching Onion, Spring Onion, Japanese Bunching Onion

Botanical Name
Allium fistulosum

Plant Family
Amaryllidaceae

Native Range
China and parts of Eurasia

Life Cycle
Perennial

Hardiness Zone
5-9

Habit
To 1.5 feet tall, this lovely perennial onion features plump, hollow grass-like leaves that add a unique texture to the garden. Rather than developing bulbs, it instead has the ability to multiply by forming elegant perennial evergreen clumps. An edible green onion or scallion, Welsh Onion, is also often cultivated in groups as an attractive ornamental plant, perfect for adding charm and visual interest to any landscape.

Sun/Soil
Full sun to partial sun, prefers well-drained soil but will tolerate most soil types.

Germination/Sowing
Can be direct sown in the garden in spring or fall, or started indoors in flats and then transplanted out.

Growing/Care
Water during dry spells. Fairly self-sufficient!

Harvesting
The greens can be eaten as they grow, the plants can be divided the second season onward and the small scallion bulbs eaten.

Culinary Uses
Leaves, bulbs, and flowers all can be used in a similar way to chives or scallions. 

Medicinal Uses
Onion is antimicrobial and blood cleansing, it is also warming and help to increase circulation in the body. 

Themes
Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Kitchen Garden, Low Maintenance, Drought Tolerant, Rock Garden.