Cabernet Red Onion: The Burgundy Beauty with Extended Growth
Discover the Cabernet Red Onion, a medium-sized variety that stands out with its uniform burgundy color and 3-4 inch bulbs. This desirable onion reaches maturity in approximately 105 days, offering gardeners a relatively quick harvest cycle. What sets Cabernet apart is its unique stem quality – when they flop down, they don’t crimp, allowing for continued growth and excellent disease resistance.
Cabernet Red Onions are prized for their versatility in the kitchen and impressive storage capabilities. Their rich, burgundy color adds visual appeal to salads, sandwiches, and cooked dishes. The continued growth feature ensures that you’ll harvest fully developed, flavorful bulbs. With the ability to store for 4-6 months, Cabernet onions provide a long-lasting supply of fresh produce well beyond the growing season.
In the garden, Cabernet Red Onions showcase compact growth habits, reaching a height of 6-12 inches. Plant these onions with 12-inch spacing to allow ample room for bulb development. The unique stem characteristic not only promotes growth but also enhances the plant’s natural defense against diseases, reducing the need for chemical interventions. Harvest your Cabernet onions when the tops begin to fall over, typically around 105 days after planting.
Growing Success Tips:
- Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil for optimal growth
- Water consistently, especially during bulb formation
- Apply a balanced fertilizer every 3-4 weeks during the growing season
- Monitor for pests and diseases, addressing issues promptly to maintain plant health
Cabernet Red Onions offer a perfect blend of flavor, aesthetics, and practicality for both novice and experienced gardeners. Their extended storage life ensures you’ll enjoy homegrown onions long after the harvest season has ended.
Tip: For sweeter onions, reduce watering as harvest time approaches.
Product Features
- Medium-sized bulbs (3-4 inches in diameter)
- Uniform burgundy color
- Non-crimping stems for continued growth
- 4-6 month storage capability
- Days to maturity: 105
- Planting spacing: 12 inches
- Plant height: 6-12 inches
- Full sun exposure required
- Well-draining soil preferred
Key Benefits
- Extended growth period due to unique stem quality
- Excellent disease resistance
- Versatile for various culinary applications
- Long storage life for extended enjoyment
