Umuthi Onion (Red Creole) Seeds

Name: Umuthi Onion (Red Creole) Seeds
Brand: Umuthi Botanicals
SKU: EN-20222993
Price: 45.00 ZAR
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INCI: Allium Cepa Seed

Umuthi Onion (Red Creole) Seeds produce firm, medium bulbs with deep red skins and a sharp, pungent flavour that finishes mildly sweet. A short-day type that suits warm regions with mild winters, Red Creole grows best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Excellent for fresh slicing, cooking and pickling, with reliable garden performance and good storage.

♡ Why we love it: Vibrant colour, bold flavour and bulbs that keep well. A dependable kitchen all-rounder for salads, sautés and jars of quick pickles.

Size: 125 Seeds.

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Uses

Fresh slicing for salads, salsas and sandwiches
Cooking in sautés, roasts, stews and curries
Pickling and relishes; holds colour and flavour well
Pantry storage of cured bulbs for later use

Benefits

Deep red skins with crisp, firm texture
Pungent onion bite with a mild, sweet finish
Suited to warm climates and short-day growing
Good keeping quality after proper curing

How to use

When to sow: Cool weather (late summer to autumn in mild-winter areas, or late winter for spring planting)
Position: Full sun; rich, well-draining soil with compost
Sowing: 1-2 cm deep; space 10-15 cm between plants in rows
Water: Regular, even moisture; reduce as bulbs mature
Germination: 7-15 days in suitable temperatures
Harvest: 90-120 days, when tops yellow and fall over; lift, cure in a warm, airy spot until necks are dry, then store cool

Storage

Store seeds in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Reseal after opening.

Ingredients

Onion Red Creole (Allium cepa) Seeds

Country of Origin: Varies by batch.

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