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Expression Onion is a straightforward, reliable bulbing onion that reaches maturity in 105 days from direct seed. This Allium cepa cultivar thrives in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0, requiring consistent moisture throughout the growing season. With just 2 inches of spacing between plants and 12-inch row intervals, Expression fits efficiently into most garden layouts, making it practical for both small and large-scale growers who want a dependable harvest.
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Expression Onion rewards patient gardeners with solid, predictable performance. At 105 days to maturity, it's a mid-season variety that gives you time to plan your harvest. The tight spacing requirements mean you can grow more bulbs per square foot than many other onion varieties, stretching your garden's productivity. Whether you're preserving the bulbs for winter storage or using them fresh, this cultivar handles the job without fuss.
Expression Onion is grown for its edible bulbs, suitable for storage, cooking, and general culinary use. As a standard bulbing onion, it works in any dish calling for onions, caramelized in soups, roasted as a side, diced into salsas, or preserved for winter pantry staples.
Sow up to 10-12 seeds in a 4-6 inch pot for transplanting. If seedling tops reach over 5 inches before transplanting, cut them back to 3 inches to encourage stronger plants. Time your indoor sowing so seedlings are ready to transplant at the appropriate stage.
When seedlings are ready, carefully separate them and plant in a shallow trench, spacing them 2 inches apart in rows 12 inches wide. Backfill the trench around seedlings and water in well to establish good soil contact.
Direct sow seeds and thin seedlings to the strongest plant when they reach 4-5 inches in height, maintaining 2-inch spacing between plants.
Expression Onion reaches harvest readiness at 105 days from direct seeding. Watch for the natural signal that bulbs are mature: when approximately half the tops have fallen over, push down the remaining foliage and wait about one week before harvesting. This timing allows the bulb's neck to tighten and the protective papery outer skin to fully develop, which is essential for long storage. Dig carefully to avoid bruising the bulbs.
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