Onion 'Sweet & Early'

Keep soil moist and weeds under tight control.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Sweet & Early is thought of as hardy, so it can be safe to leave outdoors for the majority of winter (although if in doubt, using a row cover is often a good idea). Planting Sweet & Early 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.

Aim to sow 0.25 inches (0.64 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 3.9 inches (10.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Sweet & Early about 15 days before your last frost date.

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

By our calculations, you should look at planting out Sweet & Early about 30 days before your last frost date.