Advanta Onion Seed (Red Creole) | 100g

Description

Advanta Onion Seed (Red Creole) | 100g are top-quality hybrid seeds known for producing uniform, high-yielding bulbs with excellent disease resistance and market appeal. Carefully bred for adaptability and consistent performance, this variety is a favorite among commercial farmers and home gardeners alike, delivering robust growth and long-lasting onions.

Key Characteristics of Advanta Onion Seed (Red Creole) | 100g:

• Seed Weight: 100g
• Variety Type: Hybrid, high-yielding variety
• Bulb Shape: Round to slightly flattened globes
• Bulb Color: Deep golden-brown outer skin with firm, white flesh
• Flavor Profile: Mildly sweet to medium pungency — perfect for diverse culinary uses
• Plant Vigor: Strong, resilient plants with sturdy foliage and disease tolerance
• Storage Life: Long shelf life with minimal shrinkage or sprouting
• Germination Rate: High, ensuring fast and even crop emergence

Applications:

• Fresh Market Sales: Ideal for local markets and supermarkets due to attractive bulb size and color
• Food Processing: Suitable for dehydration, slicing, and pickling
• Culinary Use: Perfect for soups, stir-fries, salads, and grilling
• Export Market: Bulbs are durable and can withstand long-distance shipping without significant damage

Growing Guidelines:

• Planting Season: Best sown during the dry season for optimal results, but adaptable to wet conditions with well-managed drainage
• Climate Adaptability: Grows well in tropical and subtropical climates, but can also adapt to temperate regions
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained, sandy-loam soil rich in organic matter (pH 6.0–7.5)
• Spacing: 10–12 cm between plants, 25–30 cm between rows to allow proper bulb development
• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for maximum photosynthesis and healthy bulb formation
• Watering: Moderate, consistent watering — avoid overwatering to prevent root diseases; reduce watering near harvest time to enhance storage quality
• Fertilization: Use a balanced NPK fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) during early growth, switching to higher potassium formulations during bulb development for size and density
• Pest & Disease Management: Use preventive treatments against thrips and onion maggots; rotate crops to avoid soil-borne diseases