Parade Bunching Onion
Best organic choice for home gardeners seeking consistent, easy-to-harvest green onions.
The Parade Bunching Onion is a top-tier, open-pollinated variety known for its exceptional uniformity and upright growth habit. This non-bulbing onion produces vigorous, dark green stalks that are easy to harvest and prepare. Enjoy its mild, pleasant onion flavor, perfect for adding freshness to any dish. These hardy bunching onions can be grown as annuals or overwintered for an early spring harvest. Certified organic and non-GMO, this variety offers high performance and quality for your home garden.
$4.15
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
270
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
SKU
2672
Who it's for
- Market gardeners prioritizing efficient space and professional presentation
- Home cooks seeking maximum yield and mild, sweet flavor
- Organic growers needing reliable crops for extended seasonal harvests
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners looking for inexpensive bulk seed options
- Busy growers unable to maintain a consistent watering schedule
- Gardeners in regions with high onion pest pressure
Performance breakdown
Growth Uniformity
Consistent stalks make for a tidy, professional-looking garden bed.
Harvest Efficiency
Upright growth habit significantly reduces time spent cleaning and prepping.
Flavor Profile
Mild, versatile taste that enhances dishes without overpowering other ingredients.
Seasonal Versatility
Reliable performance across spring and fall planting windows.
Disease Resilience
Intermediate resistance provides a reliable safety net for home growers.
Overwintering Capability
Hardy genetics allow for an impressive head start on spring harvests.
Key Specs
SKU
2672
Botanical Name
Allium fistulosum
Variety Type
Bunching
Seed Trait
Organic, Open-Pollinated
Days to Maturity
70 days
Planting Depth
0.635 cm
Row Spacing
30.48 cm
Seed Spacing
5.08 cm
Features
- Exceptional uniformity for consistent growth
- Upright, dark green stalks simplify cleaning
- Mild and pleasant onion flavor
- High performance in trials
- Can be overwintered for early harvests
- Certified organic and non-GMO
- Intermediate disease resistance
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the 'Parade Bunching Onion' seeds for their exceptional reliability and performance. Key highlights include impressive, near perfect germination rates, confirming the high quality of the seed stock. Once grown, the onions are noted for vigorous, uniform growth and an excellent bunching habit, which streamlines harvesting. Reviewers consistently value the mild, crisp flavor suitable for both raw and cooked applications. This variety offers dependable results, adapting well to various conditions and providing a continuous, early harvest throughout the season. Customers feel the superior yield and consistent success fully justify the investment, establishing this as a top tier, dependable choice.
Know before you buy
Bunching onions, also known as scallions or green onions, do not form a large bulb at the base. They are grown specifically for their tender, edible green stalks and mild flavor.
Yes, Parade bunching onions are hardy and can be overwintered in many climates to provide an early harvest the following spring. They are versatile enough to be grown as either an annual or a perennial depending on your local conditions.
For best results, plant your seeds at a depth of approximately 0.635 cm. Ensure they are spaced about 5.08 cm apart to allow for proper airflow and development.
Yes, these are certified organic and non-GMO seeds. They are produced without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, making them an excellent choice for organic home gardens.
You can expect to harvest your Parade bunching onions approximately 70 days after planting. This timeframe can vary slightly based on your specific climate and growing conditions.
Not at all. This variety is specifically bred for an upright growth habit and exceptional uniformity, which keeps the stalks cleaner and makes them much easier to prepare for the kitchen.
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