Spring Planting Onions & Shallots

How to choose the best onions and shallots

With so many fantastic (Spring planting) varieties available, selecting the perfect onions and shallots for your garden can be a delightful challenge. To help you make the ideal choice for your culinary needs and growing conditions, here are some frequently asked questions about our range.

Which onion or shallot variety produces the best yield of large bulbs?

* Onions: For impressive, large bulbs, try Stuttgarter Giant (Spring planting). You'll also get reliably good yields from ‘Sturon’ (Spring planting) and Centurion.

* Shallots: ‘Golden Gourmet’ (Spring planting) is your go-to for a generous harvest.

Which onion or shallot variety stores best for a long period after harvest?

* Onions: Keep your harvest fresh for longer with ‘Sturon’ (Spring planting), ‘Setton’ (Spring planting), and ‘Centurion’ – all offering superb long-term storage.

* Shallots: ‘Golden Gourmet’ (Spring planting) is a fantastic choice, celebrated for its excellent keeping qualities.

Which onion or shallot variety is easiest for beginners to grow successfully?

* Onions: Beginners will find great success with the highly reliable ‘Sturon’ (Spring planting), ‘Setton’ (Spring planting), and ‘Centurion’.

* Shallots: For an easy start, ‘Golden Gourmet’ (Spring planting) is a wonderfully dependable choice.

Which onion or shallot variety offers the best flavour for cooking or fresh use?

* Onions: For a delightful mild flavour perfect in salads or fresh dishes, choose ‘Red Baron’ (Spring planting) or ‘White Snowball’ (Spring planting) .

* Shallots: For a truly rich and exquisite taste, ‘Red Sun’ is a top pick. If you're after wonderful classic shallot flavours, opt for ‘Golden Gourmet’ (Spring planting) or ‘Red Sun’ (Spring planting).