Onion, White Sweet Spanish - 1,000 Seed Count

Flavor and Culinary Uses

The White Sweet Spanish Onion is highly regarded for its mild, sweet flavor, making it an excellent choice for various culinary uses. These onions are tender enough to be eaten raw, offering a sweet and crisp bite that pairs well with salads, sandwiches, and salsas. 

When cooked, the White Sweet Spanish Onion caramelizes beautifully, bringing out even more sweetness and adding depth to stir-fries, soups, and roasted dishes.

Ideal for:

• Raw consumption: Perfect for salads, sandwiches, and fresh dips.
• Cooking: Ideal for caramelizing, grilling, roasting, and adding to savory dishes.
• Multi-purpose: A great addition to both raw and cooked dishes due to its versatile flavor.

Growing Instructions

White, Sweet Spanish Onions are relatively easy to grow and thrive in a sunny, well-drained location. They are suited to various growing environments and can be cultivated in frost-free regions and areas with colder winters. 

For those looking to start their crop early, seeds can be sown indoors 8-12 weeks before outdoor planting, ensuring an early harvest. The onions can be planted in the fall for a bountiful spring harvest in regions without frost.

Steps for Planting:

1. Select a location: Choose a sunny, well-drained spot in your garden.
2. Prepare the soil: Enrich it with vegetable food and organic matter, ensuring it is well-cultivated.
3. Sow the seeds: Plant them 1/4 inch deep, spacing them 2-3 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart.
4. Thinning: When the seedlings reach 2-4 inches in height, thin them out so they are spaced 4-6 inches apart to allow for proper bulb development.
5. Water and feed: Keep the soil moist and feed the plants every 6-8 weeks to promote healthy growth.
6. Weed control: Ensure the soil remains weed-free, allowing the onions to grow without competition.
7. Harvesting: Once the tops of the onions fall over and die, the onions are ready to harvest.

Indoor Planting for Early Crops:

• Start seeds indoors 8-12 weeks before the last frost.
• Once strong enough, transplant seedlings outdoors so the soil can be worked on.

Fall Planting in Frost-Free Regions:

• In areas where frost is not a concern, sow seeds in the fall for a spring harvest.

Light, Spacing, and Care

White Sweet Spanish Onions require full sun to thrive, so it’s essential to plant them in a location that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. The plants should be spaced 2-3 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart, allowing enough space for the bulbs to grow. Once the seedlings reach a height of 2-4 inches, thin them out to ensure they have 4-6 inches of space between each plant.

Proper soil enrichment is essential for a successful crop. Adding organic matter and a vegetable-specific fertilizer will help the onions develop strong roots and large bulbs. Keeping the soil weed-free is also crucial, as weeds can compete with the onions for nutrients and water.

Key Growing Details:

• Light Requirements: Full Sun (6-8 hours of direct sunlight)
• Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
• Seed Spacing: 2-3 inches
• Row Spacing: 12-18 inches
• Thinning Height: 2-4 inches
• Final Spacing After Thinning: 4-6 inches

Harvesting

White, Sweet Spanish Onions are ready for harvest when the tops of the plants fall over and die. This natural process indicates that the onions have finished growing and are ready to be pulled from the soil. After harvesting, allow the onions to cure in a warm, dry location for a few days to boost their flavor and shelf life. Once cured, they can be stored in a cool, dry place for several weeks, making them an excellent crop for long-term storage.

Harvesting Tips:

• Wait until the tops of the onions fall over and die naturally before harvesting.
• Cure the onions in a warm, dry location to enhance flavor and shelf life.

Final Thoughts

The sweet white Spanish Onion is a must-have for any garden. Its mild, sweet flavor is perfect for raw and cooked dishes. With large white bulbs and an easy-growing nature, this onion variety is suitable for gardeners of all levels. 

Following the planting and care instructions, you can enjoy an abundant harvest of these versatile onions, whether you start your seeds indoors or sow them directly in your garden. The White Sweet Spanish Onion is a delicious and rewarding crop that will enhance any meal.