Cabernet Red Onion: A Burgundy Beauty for Your Garden
Discover the Cabernet Red Onion, a medium-sized variety that stands out with its uniform burgundy color and impressive 3-4″ bulbs. This desirable onion matures in approximately 105 days, offering gardeners a relatively quick harvest. What sets Cabernet apart is its unique stem quality; when the tops flop down, they don’t crimp, allowing for continued growth and excellent disease resistance. This distinctive trait contributes to its robust nature and extended growing period.
Cabernet Red Onions are prized for their versatility in the kitchen and long-lasting storage potential. Their deep burgundy color adds a vibrant touch to salads, sandwiches, and cooked dishes. The uniform size and shape make them ideal for slicing and presentation. With a storage life of 4-6 months, these onions provide a steady supply of flavor long after harvest. Their disease resistance translates to a more reliable crop, giving gardeners peace of mind throughout the growing season.
In the garden, Cabernet Red Onions grow to a height of 6-12 inches, making them a manageable addition to most vegetable plots. Plant them with 12″ spacing to allow ample room for bulb development. Their compact size makes them suitable for raised beds or container gardens. As they mature, the uncrimped stems continue to feed the bulbs, potentially resulting in larger, more flavorful onions at harvest time.
Growing Success Tips:
- Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date for a head start
- Ensure soil is well-draining and rich in organic matter
- Water consistently, especially during bulb formation
- Harvest when tops begin to fall over and dry out
Cabernet Red Onions offer an excellent balance of flavor, appearance, and practicality. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a culinary enthusiast, these onions will prove to be a valuable addition to your garden and kitchen. Their unique growing characteristics and extended storage life make them a smart choice for those looking to maximize their harvest and enjoy homegrown onions throughout the year.
Tip: For sweeter onions, reduce watering in the final weeks before harvest to concentrate flavors.
Product Features
- Medium-sized bulbs (3-4 inches)
- Uniform burgundy color
- Non-crimping stems
- 4-6 month storage life
- Days to maturity: 105
- Plant spacing: 12 inches
- Height: 6-12 inches
- Full sun exposure
- Well-draining, fertile soil
Key Benefits
- Extended growth period due to non-crimping stems
- Excellent disease resistance
- Versatile for both raw and cooked applications
- Long storage life for extended use
