As soon as ground can be worked, plant at the rate of 12-16 plants per square foot. The bunching onion can also be planted in the fall for a spring crop. All our onions are long day. Standard Onions 241. A standard northern red onion, maturing earlier than other open-pollinated varieties.
Bulbs are round, firm, and good sized.
The flavor is pungent and color is delightful. Thought of as a good keeper. The bulbs will exceed 5 inches in diameter and are pure white and firm, thus storing well. Some of the globe shaped specimens may exceed 2 pounds in weight. This fine large onion has gained a considerable following in the past several years.