Onion 'Red Burgermaster'

Position in a full sun location and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Red Burgermaster is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Planting Red Burgermaster in loamy, clay and sandy soil with a ph of between 6.0 and 7.0 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil to neutral soil.

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). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

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

As Red Burgermaster is very hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

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