Onion (Allium Proliferum)
Seller: ALLIKASILM
About this product
Tree onion (Egyptian walking onion) Allium × proliferum Allium × proliferum – an edible ornamental perennial forming bulbils instead of flowers.
A hardy perennial that forms bulbils on the stems instead of flowers. Used as green onion and for propagation; suits the vegetable and ornamental garden. Gives early vitamin-rich greens.
Sold as a container-grown plant; it can be planted throughout the growing season.
Specifications
- Type: Tree onion (Egyptian walking onion)
- Latin name: Allium × proliferum
- Cultivar: Allium × proliferum
- Mature height: 100 cm
- Width: 50 cm
- Ripening: Bulbils form in June–July
- Light: sunny
- Winter hardiness: USDA 4 (to −30 °C)
Advice from our agronomist
Planting Plant bulbils or bulbs in August–September 5–8 cm deep and 20–30 cm apart in a sunny spot with well-drained, moderately moist soil.
Watering Water moderately in dry spells; tolerates drought, but the greens are juicier with even moisture.
Pruning Cut the green leaves as needed; collect the bulbils in late July–August for new planting.
Feeding and winter care Feed in spring with compost; excess nitrogen is not needed. Very hardy; no cover needed. Grows in one place for several years.
Codes and attributes
| Warehouse code | 2787 |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 20027872 |
| Category | Onions |
Delivery and timing
- Parcel locker — €2.99–3.99, free from 59,00 €
- Courier to the door — €7.99–8.99, free from 99,00 €
- Dispatched within 2 working days