| Sold in Liners of 288 Sold as 250 | |
| Price Per Plug: | 13.3¢ |
| Total Per Tray: | $33.25 |
Onion Candy F1 is a short-day bulbing onion desirable for its sweet, mild flavor and large bulbs. Bulbs grow best when planted in the fall for a summer harvest in warm-winter climates zone 9-10. In zone 2-8, plant seedlings in April or May after the chance of frost has passed. Harvest scallions at 6-8" tall or let bulbs reach 3-5" in diameter and greens 24-30" high. Candy excels in any culinary application requiring mild sweet onions, including salads and sandwiches. The plant flourishes in full sun with good mulching and regular water, maturing in 100 days. Bring this excellent companion plant to the garden and delicious homegrown onions to the kitchen with this low-maintenance, storage-friendly plant. For a classic Vidalia onion, grow Onion Yellow Granex.
Sell Onion Candy F1 to customers looking for a sweet onion variety for the vegetable garden. Customers love the ease of planting well-started plants rather than seeds, and this plant offers many benefits. It excels in full sun, last one to two months in storage, and offers sweet, mild flavor in culinary applications. Grow this plant alongside tomatoes, potatoes, strawberries, carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower to deter pests and disease. Harvest when greens reach 6-8" tall for scallions, or wait until foliage is 24-30" and bulbs are 3-5" in diameter.
Coach Your Customer
1. Space plants 4-6" apart, planting 1" deep in well-drained soil in full sun. Mulch heavily to keep weeds at bay and maintain moisture. Water regularly and fertilize six weeks after planting.
2. Yellow Granex is a short-day onion which performs best grown over winter in warm climates. In zone 9-10, plant in autumn for a summer harvest. In zone 2-8, plant in April or May once the chance of frost has passed.
3. To harvest and store onion bulbs: bend down greens when they begin to yellow in the garden; after a couple of days, pull the bulbs, cover them with the greens, and allow them to sit in the garden for 5-7 days; move the bulbs to a warm, dry, indoor, well-ventilated location for two to three weeks; remove the foliage and any outer layers that fall off and store bulbs in a ventilated bag in a cool, dry place for one to two months.
For best results with Onion Candy F1, plant one rooted plug per 4-inch container or 1801 cell. Use well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0, average daily temperatures of 60-85 degrees, and light feed (50-75 ppm N). You may see Thrips and Onion Maggots. Botrytis, Fusarium Rot, and Downy Mildew can develop in overly wet, cool, or humid conditions. Don't pinch or use PGRs.
This plant is grown for culinary use. Prevent bolting by growing plants at the right time of year and providing proper nutrients, light, and water.
This plant doesn't require pinching.
Space containers for adequate airflow and sunlight penetration around the base of each plant. Spacing 4-inch containers 6-8" apart should allow for good circulation and easy access.
Control the height of onion seedling plugs by regulating temperature and light conditions in your greenhouse. Onions prefer temperatures of 60-68°F and full sun for 12-14 hours per day. Additionally, providing adequate water and fertilizer can prevent plants from becoming leggy. We don't recommend using chemical growth regulators on vegetable plants.
You may see Thrips and Onion Maggots, although Onions aren't prone to pests.
1. Thrips are tiny, slender insects that can cause significant damage to onion seedlings by feeding on the leaves and spreading viruses. Though difficult to see with the naked eye, Thrip damage is often visible as silver streaks or white patches on the leaves. Control infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil; or introduce predatory mites, lacewings, or ladybugs.
2. Onion Maggots are the larvae of a type of fly that lays its eggs in the soil near the onion seedlings. The larvae then feed on the roots and bulbs of the seedlings, causing stunted growth and yellowing of the leaves. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil and physical barriers like row covers or mesh netting to keep the flies away from the onion seedlings. Crop rotation can also help to reduce the risk of infestation.
You may see Fusarium, Botrytis, and Downy Mildew affect Onions in your greenhouse.
1. Fusarium Basal Rot is a fungal disease that infects plant tissue, causing stems and roots to turn brown or black or grow white or pink mold. The best treatment for this disease is prevention. Start with our carefully-grown, disease-free seedling plug trays, avoid overwatering, and use clean, well-drained soil for transplanting. Sanitize tools and work areas and rotate crops to prevent the spead of disease.
2. Botrytis Leaf Blight is a fungal disease that displays as gray mold on foliage, causing plants to wither and die. It flourishes in humid conditions. Remove and dispose of infected leaves, provide good airflow, and use fungicides or biological controls, such as Bacillus subtilis or Trichoderma, to prevent the spread of the disease.
3. Downy mildew is a fungal disease that causes leaves to turn yellow, wilt, and develop gray patches. Provide good circulation in your greenhouse and maintain proper humidity levels to prevent infection. Copper and Potassium Bicarbonate act as biological controls for this disease.
Implement an Integrated Pest Management plan in your greenhouse.
We recommend planting one seedling plug per 1801 cell or 4-inch container. Use well-drained soil and completely bury the ellepot in the center of the container. Water the seedling plug after transplanting.
| 4 Inch crop time | 4-5 Weeks |
|---|---|
| Bloom Period | Spring, Summer |
| Habit | Upright |
| Height | 24-30 Inches |
| Light | Full Sun |
| Minimum Temp | 55 |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Patented Plant | No |
| 10-14-2024 (Week 42) | 0 |
|---|---|
| 10-21-2024 (Week 43) | 0 |
| 10-28-2024 (Week 44) | 0 |
| 11-04-2024 (Week 45) | 0 |
| 11-11-2024 (Week 46) | 0 |
| 11-18-2024 (Week 47) | 0 |
| 11-25-2024 (Week 48) | 4,000 |
| 12-02-2024 (Week 49) | 4,000 |
| 12-09-2024 (Week 50) | 4,000 |
| 12-16-2024 (Week 51) | 3,750 |
| 12-23-2024 (Week 52) | 4,000 |
| 12-30-2024 (Week 01) | 4,000 |
| 01-06-2025 (Week 02) | 4,000 |
| 01-13-2025 (Week 03) | 4,000 |
| 01-20-2025 (Week 04) | 4,000 |
| 01-27-2025 (Week 05) | 4,000 |
| 02-03-2025 (Week 06) | 4,000 |
| 02-10-2025 (Week 07) | 4,000 |
| 02-17-2025 (Week 08) | 4,000 |
| 02-24-2025 (Week 09) | 4,000 |
| 03-03-2025 (Week 10) | 4,000 |
| 03-10-2025 (Week 11) | 4,000 |
| 03-17-2025 (Week 12) | 3,750 |
| 03-24-2025 (Week 13) | 4,000 |
| 03-31-2025 (Week 14) | 4,000 |
| 04-07-2025 (Week 15) | 4,000 |
| 04-14-2025 (Week 16) | 4,000 |
| 04-21-2025 (Week 17) | 4,000 |
| 04-28-2025 (Week 18) | 4,000 |
| 05-05-2025 (Week 19) | 4,000 |
| 05-12-2025 (Week 20) | 4,000 |
| 05-19-2025 (Week 21) | 4,000 |
| 05-26-2025 (Week 22) | 4,000 |
| 06-02-2025 (Week 23) | 4,000 |
| 06-09-2025 (Week 24) | 4,000 |
| 06-16-2025 (Week 25) | 4,000 |
| 06-23-2025 (Week 26) | 4,000 |
| 06-30-2025 (Week 27) | 4,000 |
| 07-07-2025 (Week 28) | 4,000 |
| 07-14-2025 (Week 29) | 4,000 |
Onion Candy F1 is a short-day bulbing onion desirable for its sweet, mild flavor and large bulbs. Bulbs grow best when planted in the fall for a summer harvest in warm-winter climates zone 9-10. In zone 2-8, plant seedlings in April or May after the chance of frost has passed. Harvest scallions at 6-8" tall or let bulbs reach 3-5" in diameter and greens 24-30" high. Candy excels in any culinary application requiring mild sweet onions, including salads and sandwiches. The plant flourishes in full sun with good mulching and regular water, maturing in 100 days. Bring this excellent companion plant to the garden and delicious homegrown onions to the kitchen with this low-maintenance, storage-friendly plant. For a classic Vidalia onion, grow Onion Yellow Granex.
Sell Onion Candy F1 to customers looking for a sweet onion variety for the vegetable garden. Customers love the ease of planting well-started plants rather than seeds, and this plant offers many benefits. It excels in full sun, last one to two months in storage, and offers sweet, mild flavor in culinary applications. Grow this plant alongside tomatoes, potatoes, strawberries, carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower to deter pests and disease. Harvest when greens reach 6-8" tall for scallions, or wait until foliage is 24-30" and bulbs are 3-5" in diameter.
Coach Your Customer
1. Space plants 4-6" apart, planting 1" deep in well-drained soil in full sun. Mulch heavily to keep weeds at bay and maintain moisture. Water regularly and fertilize six weeks after planting.
2. Yellow Granex is a short-day onion which performs best grown over winter in warm climates. In zone 9-10, plant in autumn for a summer harvest. In zone 2-8, plant in April or May once the chance of frost has passed.
3. To harvest and store onion bulbs: bend down greens when they begin to yellow in the garden; after a couple of days, pull the bulbs, cover them with the greens, and allow them to sit in the garden for 5-7 days; move the bulbs to a warm, dry, indoor, well-ventilated location for two to three weeks; remove the foliage and any outer layers that fall off and store bulbs in a ventilated bag in a cool, dry place for one to two months.
For best results with Onion Candy F1, plant one rooted plug per 4-inch container or 1801 cell. Use well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0, average daily temperatures of 60-85 degrees, and light feed (50-75 ppm N). You may see Thrips and Onion Maggots. Botrytis, Fusarium Rot, and Downy Mildew can develop in overly wet, cool, or humid conditions. Don't pinch or use PGRs.
This plant is grown for culinary use. Prevent bolting by growing plants at the right time of year and providing proper nutrients, light, and water.
This plant doesn't require pinching.
Space containers for adequate airflow and sunlight penetration around the base of each plant. Spacing 4-inch containers 6-8" apart should allow for good circulation and easy access.
Control the height of onion seedling plugs by regulating temperature and light conditions in your greenhouse. Onions prefer temperatures of 60-68°F and full sun for 12-14 hours per day. Additionally, providing adequate water and fertilizer can prevent plants from becoming leggy. We don't recommend using chemical growth regulators on vegetable plants.
You may see Thrips and Onion Maggots, although Onions aren't prone to pests.
1. Thrips are tiny, slender insects that can cause significant damage to onion seedlings by feeding on the leaves and spreading viruses. Though difficult to see with the naked eye, Thrip damage is often visible as silver streaks or white patches on the leaves. Control infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil; or introduce predatory mites, lacewings, or ladybugs.
2. Onion Maggots are the larvae of a type of fly that lays its eggs in the soil near the onion seedlings. The larvae then feed on the roots and bulbs of the seedlings, causing stunted growth and yellowing of the leaves. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil and physical barriers like row covers or mesh netting to keep the flies away from the onion seedlings. Crop rotation can also help to reduce the risk of infestation.
You may see Fusarium, Botrytis, and Downy Mildew affect Onions in your greenhouse.
1. Fusarium Basal Rot is a fungal disease that infects plant tissue, causing stems and roots to turn brown or black or grow white or pink mold. The best treatment for this disease is prevention. Start with our carefully-grown, disease-free seedling plug trays, avoid overwatering, and use clean, well-drained soil for transplanting. Sanitize tools and work areas and rotate crops to prevent the spead of disease.
2. Botrytis Leaf Blight is a fungal disease that displays as gray mold on foliage, causing plants to wither and die. It flourishes in humid conditions. Remove and dispose of infected leaves, provide good airflow, and use fungicides or biological controls, such as Bacillus subtilis or Trichoderma, to prevent the spread of the disease.
3. Downy mildew is a fungal disease that causes leaves to turn yellow, wilt, and develop gray patches. Provide good circulation in your greenhouse and maintain proper humidity levels to prevent infection. Copper and Potassium Bicarbonate act as biological controls for this disease.
Implement an Integrated Pest Management plan in your greenhouse.
We recommend planting one seedling plug per 1801 cell or 4-inch container. Use well-drained soil and completely bury the ellepot in the center of the container. Water the seedling plug after transplanting.
| 4 Inch crop time | 4-5 Weeks |
|---|---|
| Bloom Period | Spring, Summer |
| Habit | Upright |
| Height | 24-30 Inches |
| Light | Full Sun |
| Minimum Temp | 55 |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Patented Plant | No |