Parade Bunching Onion
Best non-bulbing onion variety for home gardeners and market producers.
Discover the Parade Bunching Onion, an open-pollinated variety celebrated for its exceptionally uniform, upright stalks that yield a mild onion flavor without forming a bulb. These vigorous plants are perfect for harvesting as scallions or spring onions, featuring dark green foliage that grows consistently upright. This strong variety ensures reliable performance and easy harvesting, making it highly suitable for gardeners using containers, raised beds, or traditional field planting. It offers dependable results for both home growers and market producers.
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Category Rank
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-34%
Below average
Days to Maturity
65
/ days
Who it's for
- Home cooks wanting a continuous supply of fresh greens
- Gourmet gardeners prioritizing mild, sweet flavor for fresh dishes
- Cool-climate growers seeking an early start to the season
Who should skip it
- Organic gardeners wary of frequent pest and disease management
- Gardeners looking to stockpile onions for long-term pantry storage
- Busy growers wanting a low-maintenance, hands-off planting experience
Performance breakdown
Uniformity of Growth
Stalks develop with remarkable consistency for a clean, professional harvest.
Container Adaptability
Compact, upright habit thrives in small pots and raised beds.
Harvest Efficiency
Non-bulbing nature makes pulling scallions quick and effortless for gardeners.
Vigor and Resilience
Strong, open-pollinated genetics ensure reliable performance across varying garden conditions.
Flavor Profile
Delivers a mild, versatile onion taste perfect for fresh culinary use.
Disease Resistance
Robust plant health minimizes common garden issues throughout the growing season.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
65 days
Botanical Name
Allium fistulosum
Planting Depth
0.635 cm (1/4")
Seed Spacing
5.08 cm (2")
Row Spacing
60.96 cm (24")
Variety Type
Open-pollinated
Container Friendly
Yes
Life Cycle
Annual
Features
- Produces highly uniform, upright stalks.
- Mild onion flavor, non-bulbing.
- Incredibly vigorous growth habit.
- Suitable for harvesting as spring onions.
- Performs well in containers and raised beds.
- Open-pollinated for reliable harvests.
- Minimal disease issues reported.
- Easy to harvest for home gardeners.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional reliability and quality of the Parade Bunching Onion seeds. The near perfect germination rate provides a strong foundation for a successful harvest, making these dependable seeds a major selling point for growers of all skill levels. Beyond performance, the resulting onions receive high marks for quality. Reviewers describe the flavor as sweet and mild, noting it is far superior to standard store bought varieties. This combination of robust performance and excellent flavor establishes these onions as a highly valued staple for the home garden.
Know before you buy
No, the Parade Bunching Onion is a non-bulbing variety. It is specifically bred to produce uniform, straight stalks that are best harvested as scallions or spring onions.
Yes, these onions are highly suitable for container gardening. Their upright growth habit and compact nature make them an excellent choice for pots, window boxes, or raised beds.
You can expect to harvest your Parade Bunching Onions approximately 65 days after planting. Because they are open-pollinated, they provide consistent growth and reliable timing for your garden.
For optimal growth, plant your seeds at a depth of 1/4 inch, spaced 2 inches apart. If you are planting in rows, keep the rows 24 inches apart to ensure proper airflow and ease of harvesting.
Yes, this variety is versatile and performs well in both spring and fall growing seasons. Their vigorous growth habit allows them to adapt to the varying temperatures of these seasons.
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