PRE-ORDER: Shakespeare Onion Sets (Forum Substitution)

Our recommended Substitution for Forum, which is not available this year.

Description: Enjoy robust onions with our Shakespeare Onion Sets, perfect for autumn planting. This British-bred variety, grown for its reliability, produces high yields of round bulbs with tight, brown skin and juicy, white flesh. The semi-sharp, rich flavor is ideal for soups, sauces, and diverse culinary dishes. Known for excellent storage, these onions maintain quality for many months. 

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Features:

• Fall Variety: Optimized for fall planting, thriving in cooler conditions with strong frost and bolt resistance.

• Harvest Timing: Harvest as green onions in May or mature bulbs in June–July in zone 6A, offering disease-free, sizable onions.

• Size & Quantity: Sets are small, dry, immature bulbs (14–17mm), with approximately 100–120 sets per pound.

• Storage: Store in cool, dry conditions for 6 to 9 months; not suited for long-term storage but excels with proper curing.

• Growing Tips: Can plant in zones 5–9, but for optimal results, plant in regions situated at 37° latitude and higher. Further south they won't size up as much, but are still good as a green top onion. Plant starting in October, but continue until December or even January in zones 8 and 9.  Space 6" apart in either direction, or 1" x 1" for scallion-size onions.

• Package Sizes: Note that the amounts are approximate, we do our best to make sure the right amount is In the bag but these are done by weight, and there is some variation in the size of the bulbs.

• Conventionally Grown: While we champion organic practices, it's important to note that these onions sets are conventionally grown.