110 DAYS
Allium cepa
Ailsa Craig is a celebrated English heirloom onion known for its impressive size and exceptional sweetness. This variety produces large, globe-shaped onions that can weigh up to 1 kg (2 lb), with a straw yellow exterior and firm, juicy flesh. As a long-day sweet Spanish type, Ailsa Craig not only thrives in regions with longer daylight hours but is also reported to store longer than many other sweet varieties, making it a favourite for those who appreciate quality storage onions.
Size: Onions grow to 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in.) in diameter, weighing up to 1 kg (2 lb).
Yield: Expect substantial yields per plant, depending on spacing and growing conditions.
Taste: Exceptionally sweet and crisp, perfect for fresh eating or cooking.
How to use: Ideal for burgers, salads, and various culinary applications where a sweet onion flavour is desired.
Planting tips: Sow seeds indoors or directly outdoors in well-drained, fertile soil after the last frost. Prefers full sun and can be spaced to allow for larger bulbs.
Harvest tips: Harvest when the tops begin to yellow and fall over; ensure proper curing for best storage.
Pelleted seed.
