Herb Welsh Onion (Allium Fistulosum)

Welsh Onion (Allium Fistulosum)

Welsh Onion (Allium Fistulosum). A perennial member of the Onion family, Welsh onion take up very little space and can be used as both a vegetable & herb.

Cultivation Advice Welsh Onion (Allium Fistulosum)

• Sow under cover from early spring or directly outdoors from late April.
• Seeds germinate in 10-14 days at 15-20c soil temp.
• Gradually harden off and plant outdoors after 5-6 weeks with 10cm between plants.
• Prefers full sun to partial shade and a moist growing medium rich in organic matter.
• The leaves can be harvested as per chives.
• The onions can be lifted and used whole.
• Do not harvest in the first year until early autumn in order the plant can get established.