Onion Electric is a striking red overwintering onion variety that delivers an early harvest of attractive, semi globe-shaped bulbs with outstanding flavour. Planted in autumn, this reliable variety establishes well before winter and produces vibrant red onions with distinctive pink-tinged flesh, making them ideal for both fresh salads and everyday cooking.

Perfect for vegetable gardens, raised beds and allotments, Onion Electric combines excellent eating quality with dependable garden performance. Its colourful bulbs and rich flavour make it a favourite for gardeners looking to enjoy an early crop of homegrown red onions.

Key Features
✓ Red overwintering onion variety
✓ Produces attractive semi globe-shaped bulbs
✓ Rich red skin with pink-tinged flesh
✓ Excellent flavour for salads and cooking
✓ Early harvesting variety
✓ Reliable autumn planting onion set
✓ Suitable for vegetable beds, raised beds and allotments
✓ Easy to grow in Irish gardens

Size
✓ Onion sets for autumn planting

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to November
✓ Harvest: Late May to June
✓ Position: Full sun
✓ Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Spacing: 10–15cm apart with 25–30cm between rows

Aftercare
Plant the onion sets with the tip just showing above the soil surface. Keep the bed free from weeds and water during prolonged dry spells to encourage healthy growth. Harvest when the foliage naturally begins to yellow and fall over. Dry the bulbs thoroughly in a warm, airy place before storing in a cool, dry location.