Umuthi Onion (Texas Grano) Seeds
Umuthi Onion (Texas Grano) Seeds
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Umuthi Onion (Texas Grano) Seeds produce large, globe-shaped onions with a mild, sweet flavour and crisp texture. A popular short-day variety for warm regions with mild winters, Texas Grano grows reliably in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Excellent for fresh slicing, grilling and everyday cooking, with fast maturity and generous yields.
♡ Why we love it: Big, sweet bulbs that shine raw and cook down beautifully. Reliable garden performance in short-day areas, and a kitchen staple you'll use from salads to braais.
Size: 125 Seeds.
Uses
- Fresh slicing for salads, salsas and sandwiches
- Grilling, roasting and sautéing for sweet, mellow flavour
- Everyday cooking in stews, soups and stir-fries
Benefits
- Mild, sweet taste with crisp texture
- Large, globe-shaped bulbs with high yields
- Short-day type suited to warm, mild-winter climates
- Fast to mature for earlier harvests
How to use
- When to sow: Cool weather (late summer to autumn in mild-winter regions, or late winter for spring planting)
- Position: Full sun; rich, well-draining soil with added compost
- Sowing: 1-2 cm deep; space plants 10-15 cm apart in rows
- Water: Regular, even moisture; reduce as bulbs approach maturity
- Germination: 7-15 days in suitable temperatures
- Harvest: 90-120 days, when tops yellow and fall over; lift and cure in a warm, airy place until necks are dry, then store cool
Storage
Store seeds in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Reseal after opening.
Ingredients
Onion Texas Grano (Allium cepa) Seeds
Country of Origin: Varies by batch.
For your safety
- Seed for cultivation; not for consumption
- Wash hands after gardening
- Keep out of reach of children and pets
