Fast-growing and fresh, your garden’s go-to green onion!
White Lisbon is a classic bunching onion that’s quick to grow and full of crisp, mild flavor. With bright white bases and vibrant green tops, it’s perfect for spring and fall planting. Whether you’re snipping them for salads or tossing them into stir-fries, these onions bring freshness and flair to every dish.
Variety:Â White Lisbon (Allium cepa)
Growth Habit:Â Cool-season annual
Height: 12–16 inches
Flavor Profile:Â Mild and slightly sweet
Color:Â White base with green tops
Planting Conditions:Â Full sun and well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline:Â Ready in 60 days
Uses:Â Fresh eating, salads, salsas, garnishes, and stir-fries
Benefits:Â Quick to mature and great for succession planting
Fun Fact:Â White Lisbon has been a garden favorite for generations thanks to its reliability and flavor.
White Lisbon is the kind of green onion you’ll want to grow again and again. Its crisp texture and gentle flavor make it perfect for slicing into salads, sprinkling over tacos, or adding a fresh bite to soups and sandwiches. Harvest young for the most tender stalks, and enjoy the satisfaction of snipping straight from your garden.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun and loose, fertile soil will help these onions thrive.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Direct sow ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 1 inch apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during germination.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 2 inches apart for strong, healthy stalks.
✂️ Harvest: Pull when stalks are pencil-thick and bright green. Snip tops as needed for continuous harvests.
