McKenzie Onion Rossa Lunga di Firenze Seeds

Onion Rossa Lunga di Firenze is a traditional Italian torpedo-shaped red onion that forms elongated, deep wine-coloured bulbs with mild, sweet flavour and crisp texture. Great for fresh eating, grilling, or adding vibrant colour to dishes.

Why you’ll love it:

• Elongated red bulbs with mild, sweet, crisp flesh
• Versatile: harvest young for salads or mature for richer flavour
• Attractive garden addition with excellent eating quality
• Performs well when given full sun and consistent care

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Allium cepa
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~12–14 days
• Days to Harvest: ~90–100 days
• Bulb Shape: Elongated torpedo form

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: Varies by packet
• Special Characteristics: Mild, sweet flavour; distinctive shape

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost or direct sow after danger of frost in well-drained soil. Keep evenly moist and harvest when bulbs reach desired size. Use fresh in salads, grilled, roasted, or sautéed.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.