Queen White Onion

The Queen White Onion (Allium cepa) is a versatile and herbaceous plant from the Allium family, widely cultivated for its culinary uses.

This onion variety features a well-developed root system comprised of numerous fibrous roots originating from a disk-like stem.

• Plant Structure: The plant has distinguishable parts; the basal section stores nutrient reserves forming the bulb, while the green terminal section is photosynthetically active.
• Varietals: The shape and color of the bulbs vary significantly based on the specific variety.
• Flavor and Aroma: Characteristic onion aroma and flavor with notable antibacterial properties.

General Cultivation Tips:

• Select fertile non-clay soils for planting.
• Prepare the soil well with a thin surface layer.
• Utilize adequate fertilizers rich in Nitrogen and Potassium.
• Monitor for weeds that may invade quickly.
• Control for diseases like Downy Mildew, Botrytis, and thrips during cultivation.

This intermediate-long day variety produces smaller white bulbs with fine necks and foliage and ideal for pickling purposes.