Red Long of Tropea Onion Vegetable Seeds
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Grow something truly special with Red Long of Tropea Onion Vegetable Seeds—an heirloom favorite cherished for its sweet, mild flavor and stunning elongated red bulbs. These high-quality seeds boast an excellent germination rate, making them a reliable choice for both beginners and seasoned gardeners. Whether you're planting in a backyard bed or a cozy container on your balcony, you'll find these onions easy to grow and incredibly rewarding to harvest.
Perfect for home gardens of all sizes, Red Long of Tropea adds both beauty and flavor to your gardening journey. Enjoy the satisfaction of sowing your own seeds, watching them flourish, and harvesting fresh, flavorful onions right at home. These seeds are a great way to bring freshness to your kitchen and inspiration to your garden—whether you're planting veggies, herbs, fruit, or flowers. Dive into the joy of homegrown goodness today!



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Features
Life Cycle
Biennial
Planting Season
Late Winter to Early Spring
Growth Habit
Upright Bulbous
Flavor Profile
Sweet, Mild
Plant Characteristics
Elongated red bulbs, tender white flesh
Use
Culinary, Fresh Eating
Growing Conditions
Full Sun, Fertile Loamy Soil
Harvest Advantages
Early Maturing, High Yield
Plant Resistance
Moderate Disease Resistance
Red Long of Tropea Onion Vegetable Seeds
Allium cepa
Seed Names
Red Long of Tropea Onion Seeds, Tropea Red Onion Seeds
Seed Type
Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
The Red Long of Tropea Onion is a cherished Italian heirloom originating from the coastal region of Calabria. Renowned for its elongated, torpedo-shaped bulbs with vibrant red skins and sweet, mild white flesh, this variety is ideal for fresh consumption in salads, sandwiches, and traditional dishes. Its unique flavor and striking appearance make it a favorite among gardeners and chefs alike.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1/4 Inch
Sowing Method
Start Indoors or Direct Sow
Plant Spacing
4–6 Inches
Days to Maturity
90–110 Days
Soil Preparation
Soak 12 Hours
Hardiness Zones
5–10
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Late Winter to Early Spring
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 100 sq ft
500
Up to 500 sq ft
1000
Up to 1000 sq ft
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I planted these onions in my backyard this spring, and they grew beautifully. They have a sweet, mild flavor that's perfect for cooking. Highly recommend for any home gardener!
These onions have been a fantastic addition to my vegetable garden. The bulbs were long and juicy, perfect for slicing up in fresh salads. Great taste too!
Planted these onions in a raised bed, and they did really well. The seeds sprouted quickly, and the onions are sweet and crisp. A great variety to grow at home.
As a first-time gardener, I was nervous about growing onions. These Red Long of Tropea onions were easy to care for, and the harvest was plentiful. 10/10 would grow again!
The flavor of these onions is unlike anything you can get from the store. They are sweet but with a little kick, perfect for grilling or making onion rings.