Sow our Onion seeds when conditions are right for a good tilth (fine, crumbly soil) to be obtained (late February/March) in drills 12-15in/30-38cm apart and 2cm deep.
Alternatively sow indoors in modules in January or February. Sow five or six seeds to a module. Plant out in April, the little clumps of bulbs from each module will push themselves apart as they grow in size.
Onion Seeds - Red Baron F1 Hybrid
Longest-storing onion! ... More
Pack Quantity: Sufficient for a 30ft/9m Row
Onion Seeds - Long Red Florence
Ideal for casseroles & salads ... More
Pack Quantity: 300 seeds
What to do if your Onions and Shallots bolt
Onions, shallots and garlic are all Alliums and prone to bolting, especially when the weather's cold and wet when it should be warm and sunny! Here's what to do...
Growing Your Own Onions, Shallots and Spring Onions
Find out how to grow Onions & Shallots
Improve your soil before sowing to get the best crop.
Carrot & Onion Soup
Whether you are serving a hungry crowd or simply using a glut of vegetables this is a quick, simple soup to prepare.
Cream of Carrot & Chive Soup
A light soup which is ideally served as a starter or accompanied by fresh bread for lunch. As a flavour boost, use the cooking juices from a roast chicken, though a good quality stock cube is an acceptable alternative.
Creamy Spinach Chicken
Swathed in spinach, mushrooms and cream sauce, this dish is perfect for year round dining - warming yet fresh and light.
Creamy Sweet Potato Soup
Make this cream-free but creamy soup, it's bound to be a hit with all ages!
Fresh Tomato Sauce
When tomatoes are plentiful, home made tomato sauce is just the ticket. After processing in the food processor, I usually portion, add additional flavourings, such as chilli, smoked paprika, basil or mushrooms then freeze.
Gratin of Aubergine, Tomato & Red Pepper
Swathed in freshly grated parmesan cheese this versatile vegetarian dish may be served as a starter or accompaniment: experiment with garlic, chilli and herbs to create your unique flavour.
Mushroom Risotto
Use fresh ingredients to create a delicious vegetarian friendly mushroom risotto.
Mushroom Soup
Make a delicious mushroom soup. Delicous when served with soft fresh bread as a starter or serve in a larger portion to make a light and healthy lunch.
Porchini Mushroom Risotto
Traditionally prepared throughout autumn, I defy anyone to resist this creamy flavour packed risotto.
Warm Tomato Salad
A warm and healthy tomato salad, great served in summer months as part of a light supper or is excellently served as a starter with crusty bread.
Watercress Soup
A fresh peppery flavour makes Watercress Soup ideal to serve as an elegant starter or together with fresh Walnut Bread Rolls for a warming lunch or supper.
Beef, Mushroom & Onion Pie
A delicious and cost effective meal, excellent for pre-preparing for the busy midweek schedule.
Bistro Fishcakes
The beauty of smoked fish is that a little can go a long way and fish cakes are equally at home as a cosy meal or accompanied by salad leaves as an elegant starter.
