Onion 'Perutile'

Allium cepa var. cepa

How to grow Onion 'Perutile'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Perutile is generally regarded as a very hardy plant, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Perutile needs a loamy, clay and sandy soil with a ph of 6.0 to 7.0 (weakly acidic soil to neutral soil).

Growing Perutile from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.98 inches (2.5 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 13°C / 55°F.

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

Transplanting Perutile

Perutile is very hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Perutile

Other Names for Onion 'Perutile'

Everlasting onion, Perennial onion, Welsh onion