Red Beard
Allium fistulosum
 Red Beard
Seed #132
This popular splitting type specialty bunching onion is easy to grow and an excellent choice for fresh market growers and home gardeners. It has a red stalk, a mild flavor and tender leaves. At maturity, plants can reach 27" tall with the red stalk about 12" long.
- Cool season annual
- Approx. 1150-1250 seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
- Maturity: Approx. 40-50 days
- Planting season: Late summer or fall
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Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late summer to early fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Cold weather deepens the red color. Mulch if hard frost expected.
Germination
Temperature |
Seed
Depth |
Seed
Spacing |
Row
Distance |
| 75-80°F |
1/4-1/2" |
2-3" |
24-30" |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: Use in sukiyaki, stir-fry, salad, soup and as a garnish. Can be boiled and added to miso dressing.
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