High Mowing Organic Seeds Red Carpet F1 Onion
Best long-day onion for gardeners prioritizing long-term storage and visual appeal.
These onions are the gold standard for gardeners who prioritize long-term storage without sacrificing visual flair. While you trade the heritage charm of open-pollinated varieties for hybrid consistency, you gain a reliable, early-maturing crop that looks as stunning on the plate as it does in the pantry.
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Who it's for
- Market growers and home gardeners seeking consistent, high-volume harvests
- Culinary enthusiasts wanting vibrant, flavorful onions for fresh and cooked dishes
- Home cooks looking to store their harvest through the winter months
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners who prefer saving seeds for future planting
- Gardeners in extreme northern or southern latitudes with specific light needs
- Growers in regions with short summers or early frost risks
Performance breakdown
Storage Longevity
Engineered for extended shelf life, keeping bulbs firm through winter months.
Visual Appeal
Striking magenta interior rings add a premium aesthetic to any harvest.
Growth Reliability
Hybrid vigor ensures consistent, dependable performance across varying garden conditions.
Disease Resistance
Intermediate Pink Root resistance provides a necessary buffer against common soil pathogens.
Maturity Speed
Early maturation window offers a helpful head start on the harvest season.
Planting Versatility
Adapts well to both direct seeding and transplanting methods for flexible gardening.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
116 days
Seed Count/Oz
6-8M seeds/oz (7M avg.)
Seed Count/Lb
95-125M seeds/lb (105M avg.)
Seeding Rate
20 seeds/ft
Seeding Depth
1/8-1/4”
Plant Spacing (Medium)
3-4”
Row Spacing
18-30”
Optimal Germination Temp
75-85°F
Life Cycle
Biennial
Plant Type
Vegetable
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