Allium fistulosum - P9

Description
Welsh onion (Allium fistulosum) is a herb with an aromatic, spicy, mild flavour. For Welsh onion to thrive, it requires a sunny spot and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Allium altaicum, Allium ceratophyllum, Cepa sissilis, Allium fistulosum var. giganteum.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic, spicy, mild in flavour * the flowers attract large numbers of bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * suitable for growing in pots

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Welsh onion are grey-green and rounded.

Growth
Upright, clump-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Care
It is advisable to dig irrigation trenches between the rows, as many vegetables should not be watered from above. In addition: Regular weeding prevents weeds from taking over the vegetables.

Flower
Suitable for consumption.

Use
Planters, cottage garden, bee pasture, vegetable garden, edible, cooking, salad, sauce/dip