Onion 'Bunton's Showstopper'

Allium cepa var. cepa

How to grow Onion 'Bunton's Showstopper'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Bunton's Showstopper is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Planting Bunton's Showstopper 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.

Growing Bunton's Showstopper 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). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Bunton's Showstopper about 28 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Bunton's Showstopper

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

Harvesting Bunton's Showstopper