Golden Cipollini Onion Sets

Description

Golden Cipollini Onion Sets

Originating in Italy, Cipollini onions—meaning “little onion” in Italian—have been cherished for centuries for their unique flavor and versatility. These specialty Golden Cipollini Onion Sets form charming, flattened bulbs with higher natural sugars than standard onions, giving them a sweet, rich taste that intensifies when cooked. Perfect for roasting whole or caramelizing in butter or oil, Cipollini onions also shine when cured or eaten fresh. Raw, they offer a pungent bite that mellows into a delicate sweetness during cooking. Ideal for braiding or bunching, these onions thrive in mid to northern climates, making them a favorite for gardeners and chefs alike.

• • 1 lb.= about ~80-100 plantable onions
  • Onion sets planted whole in the spring
  • Golden yellow with flattened shape
  • Intermediate day onion
  • Easy to grow with good storage
  • 110-120 days from transplant
  • 2-3″ sized onion bulbs

• ONION SET DETAILS: Our onion sets will arrive in a netted bag, labeled by variety. Unpack and store in a cool, dry place until it is time to plant.
• SHIPPING INFORMATION: Onion & Shallot Sets begin shipping Late February. Choose your ship date upon checkout.
• REGIONAL ONION PLANTING: Our onions are well-adapted for mid-northern states, latitude range 35-45°. If you require onion sets/plants earlier than late February, we recommend finding a source closer to your region. For more information, see our Keene Garlic Seasonal Order Shipping Guide.

Basic Onion Growing Info

Sun Requirement: Onions require full sun – the more the better! Therefore, avoid planting next to crops that might shade your onions.

Soil Fertility: Adding compost or a balanced organic fertilizer is essential for growing healthy onions, especially if your soil fertility is low. For the best growth and yield, onions need fertilizer at planting time and additional side dressing throughout the growing season. Our Keene Garlic Fertilizer is great for all alliums!

Planting: Onions grow best on raised beds or raised rows at least 4″ high. It is typical to plant onions as early as 4 to 6 weeks before the last estimated spring frost.

***For detailed instructions on how to grow onions from planting to fertilizing, all the way to harvest/storage, see this post on our blog: Keene Garlic Onion Planting Guide 

Onion & Shallot Sets begin shipping in Early March. Choose your ship date upon checkout.

***For more information about the shipping of our products, see the Keene Garlic Seasonal Order Shipping Guide.

About Us

Keene Garlic works closely with small organic farmers who have been growing for generations to produce top notch products for your garden or homestead. We personally have had continued success with these high-quality spring products for years and are delighted to share our favorites with you. When you purchase from Keene Garlic you are supporting small organic family farms, and you are making a difference!