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Bunching onion 'White Lisbon'

Allium fistulosum

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White Lisbon is a popular variety of Bunching onion, which belongs to the Allium genus (Allium fistulosum 'White Lisbon'). White Lisbon is a variety of OP Bunching onion .

Vigorous and prolific producer of ample green tops and clear, silvery-white shafts. Delicious, mild flavor.

White Lisbon grows as a Perennial and is a Vegetable. Being a Perennial, it tends to grow best over several years (approx 3 years and greater). White Lisbon normally grows to a mature height of 60.0 cm (that's 1.95 feet imperial). This variety tends to bloom in mid summer.

White Lisbon Bunching onion is normally fairly low maintenance and is normally quite easy to grow, as long as a level of basic care is provided throughout the year. Being aware of the basic soil, sun and water preferences will result in a happier and healthier plant.

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How to grow Bunching onion 'White Lisbon'

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Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that White Lisbon is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 3 - 10 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant. Ensure your soil has a ph of between 6.0 and 7.0 as White Lisbon is a weakly acidic soil - neutral soil loving plant.

Growing White Lisbon from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 2.26 inches (5.8 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.23 inches (0.6 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing White Lisbon about 28 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting White Lisbon

Although this is a perennial and will spread from the roots, it’s best grown as an annual.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as White Lisbon is a very hardy plant.

Harvesting White Lisbon

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early autumn.

Bunching onion 'White Lisbon' information

Lifecycle The lifecycle that White Lisbon exhibits. Perennial Category The category for the White Lisbon plant. Vegetable
Hardiness Is White Lisbon frost hardy? Very Hardy
Bloom Time When does White Lisbon bloom? Mid Summer Harvest Time When is White Lisbon ready for harvest? Early Autumn
Mature Height How tall does White Lisbon grow? 60.0 cm / 1.95 feet
USDA Zone Range What zones does White Lisbon grow best in? Zone 3 - Zone 10 pH Range The level of acidity for White Lisbon. 6.0 - 7.0
Sun How much sunlight does White Lisbon need to grow? Full Sun
Water Requirements How much water does White Lisbon require? Medium Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertiliser does White Lisbon need? Low
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does White Lisbon need in order to germinate? 13°C / 55°F to 35°C / 95°F Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow White Lisbon in? -40°C / -40°F to Help build our wiki!
Can Sow Direct? Can White Lisbon seeds be sown directly? Yes Sowing Depth How deep to plant White Lisbon? 0.6 cm / 0.23 inches
Sowing Row Distance Apart How far apart to sow rows of White Lisbon. 20.0 Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to sow White Lisbon 5.8 cm / 2.26 inches
Edible? Is White Lisbon edible? edible
Planting Distance Apart How far apart to plant White Lisbon seedlings? 5.8 cm / 2.26 inches Planting Row Distance Apart How far apart to plant rows of White Lisbon seedlings? 30.5 cm / 11.89 inches

How long does White Lisbon take to grow?

These estimates for how long Bunching onion 'White Lisbon' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take White Lisbon to germinate? 11 days Average 11 days | Min 2 days | Max 26 days (79)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out White Lisbon? + 27 days Average 27 days | Min 12 days | Max 56 days (4)
Days to Maturity How long until White Lisbon is ready for harvest / bloom? + 196 days Average 196 days | Min 33 days | Max 359 days (6)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow White Lisbon? = 234 days

When should I sow White Lisbon?

Folia's when to plant Bunching onion 'White Lisbon' estimates are relative to your last frost date. Enter your frost dates and we'll calculate your sowing and planting dates for you!

Other Names for Bunching onion 'White Lisbon'

White lisbon bunching

Latest Bunching onion 'White Lisbon' Reviews

19 Feb 2013

Sprocket1980's Onion - White Lisbon (Scallion bunching) [2012] was Reviewed day 6

Easy to grow from seed. They require some space as they will clump together. Great taste in salads & cooking. Soak the soil well before “pulling”, especially if you only need a few from a bunch.

4 stars
13 Jul 2012

WBJohn's Spring Onion was Reviewed day 119

Didn’t come to anything

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Bunching onion 'White Lisbon'

Allium fistulosum