Onion Blush F1
Best long-day onion for gardeners seeking reliable, long-term winter storage.
Introducing the Onion Blush F1 from Harris Seeds, a striking long-day hybrid onion variety. Its delicate pink flesh and round shape offer a hot, delicious flavor ideal for culinary creations. This onion features robust skin and tight necks, ensuring excellent storage for up to seven months. It's an easy-to-grow option, adapted for cultivation and possessing intermediate resistance to Pink Root, making it a dependable choice for specialty onion cultivation in your garden.
$9.75
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
270
/ 5888
#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-8%
Below average
Daylength
1416
/ Long Day (requires - hours)
Who it's for
- Homesteaders needing produce that lasts through winter
- Market growers seeking eye-catching, premium-looking onions
- Commercial farmers prioritizing consistent, high-yield harvests
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners looking for lower upfront costs
- Seed-saving enthusiasts wanting to replant their own harvest
- Gardeners in extreme northern or southern climate zones
Performance breakdown
Storage Longevity
Seven-month shelf life sets a high bar for home garden harvests.
Disease Resilience
Intermediate Pink Root resistance provides a reliable safety net for growers.
Ease of Cultivation
Pelleted seeds and straightforward requirements make this ideal for most gardeners.
Culinary Versatility
Distinctive pink flesh adds visual flair to any fresh kitchen preparation.
Structural Integrity
Robust skins and tight necks ensure minimal damage during the harvest.
Regional Adaptability
Strict long-day requirements limit success to specific northern latitude growing zones.
Key Specs
Daylength
Long Day (requires 14-16 hours)
Maturation Days
107 Days
Planting Method
Transplant
Soil Temperature
60-65°F
Germination Days
7-12 Days
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5"
Spacing in Row
2-4"
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Features
- Delicate pink flesh color
- Stores well for up to 7 months
- Strong skin and tight necks
- Hot and delicious flavor
- Easy to grow long-day variety
- Intermediate Pink Root resistance
What customers say
The Onion Blush F1 is highly valued by gardeners for its unique aesthetic and superior culinary qualities. Reviewers consistently praise the beautiful, subtle pink blush that sets it apart. Its flavor is sweet and mild, making it excellent for fresh eating and salads. Performance is reliable, with strong germination and consistent yields reported, especially in intermediate growing zones. A key benefit is its impressive storage capability for a specialty variety. While the initial cost is higher, the consensus is that the superior quality, novelty, and dependable results fully justify the premium price, resulting in high marks for overall value. It is celebrated as a visually stunning and reliable garden addition.
Know before you buy
Long-day onions require 14 to 16 hours of daylight to trigger bulb formation. They are best suited for northern regions where summer days provide these extended light periods.
Thanks to its robust skin and tight necks, this variety has excellent storage capabilities and can last for up to seven months when kept in a cool, dry environment.
Onion Blush F1 is considered an easy-to-grow hybrid. The seeds are pelleted for easier handling and should be planted as transplants once soil temperatures reach 60-65°F.
Yes, this hybrid offers intermediate resistance to Pink Root, a common soil-borne disease that can affect onion yields, making it a more dependable choice for your garden.
For optimal bulb development, you should space your transplants 2 to 4 inches apart within the row.
This variety is known for its hot and delicious flavor, making it a standout choice for culinary applications where a punchy, distinct onion taste is desired.
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