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Heirloom

Egyptian Walking Onion

Quick Facts:

  • Heirloom aka top-setter, winter onion
  • Commonly used as a green onion
  • Spreads via top-set bulbils
  • Care-free, produces year-after-year
  • 30 bulbils per packet

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Quantity: 30 Bulbils

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Egyptian Walking Onion

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Allium cepa (Proliferum)

The Egyptian (aka walking, top-setter, tree) onion derives its name from the unique manner in which the plant multiplies.  In contrast to common onions, which produce flowers on top of the seed stalk, the Egyptian onion produces a cluster of small, red bulbils.  As the plants dry down, the stalk droops to the ground, allowing the bulbils take root.  This super-hardy perennial requires very little maintenance and once established, will supply the gardener with fresh onions year after year.  In Iowa, the first greens usually emerge in late February, a much-welcomed sight for winter-weary gardeners.  Each packet contains a minimum of 30 bulbils.  Ships in Fall.

Allium cepa (Proliferum)

The Egyptian (aka walking, top-setter, tree) onion derives its name from the unique manner in which the plant multiplies.  In contrast to common onions, which produce flowers on top of the seed stalk, the Egyptian onion produces a cluster of small, red bulbils.  As the plants dry down, the stalk droops to the ground, allowing the bulbils take root.  This super-hardy perennial requires very little maintenance and once established, will supply the gar... read more

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Allium cepa (Proliferum)

The Egyptian (aka walking, top-setter, tree) onion derives its name from the unique manner in which the plant multiplies.  In contrast to common onions, which produce flowers on top of the seed stalk, the Egyptian onion produces a cluster of small, red bulbils.  As the plants dry down, the stalk droops to the ground, allowing the bulbils take root.  This super-hardy perennial requires very little maintenance and once established, will supply the gardener with fresh onions year after year.  In Iowa, the first greens usually emerge in late February, a much-welcomed sight for winter-weary gardeners.  Each packet contains a minimum of 30 bulbils.  Ships in Fall.

Gardener holding seedlings
person holding seedlings

How to Grow Egyptian Onions

Egyptian onions require well-draining, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5. They prefer full sun but can also tolerate partial shade. They should be planted in the fall or early spring and require consistent moisture to produce high yields. Egyptian onions are hardy and can tolerate colder temperatures, making them a great addition to any garden.

Best planted in fall.  Plant bulbils 6" apart, 1" deep in rows 12-18" apart. Keep bed free from weeds until plants are established.

Not recommended

Insect Pests

Although not a problem for most gardeners, onion maggots are the predominant threat to onions and can cause stunted growth and even death of young plants. To prevent and control these pests, it's recommended to rotate crops, remove any infested plant debris, and use insecticidal sprays or dusts as needed. Sticky traps placed near the base of plants can also be used to monitor and trap the adults.

Diseases & Other Problems

Egyptian onions are typically not affected by pests.

Egyptian onion stems can be harvested at any time and used similar to green onions. The bulbils can be harvested in late summer and have a strong, slightly spicy flavor. They can be stored in a mesh bag in a dark, well-ventilated place for several months.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Egyptian onions multiply clonally through the spreading of bulbils, and therefore varieties do not need to be isolated to maintain purity.

HARVESTING SEED:

Harvest mature bulbils in late summer or fall. Bulbils can be stored in a mesh bag until ready to replant.

SEED LONGETIVITY:

Bulbils will remain viable for several months when stored in a cool, dark place.

Dirty hands in the garden

Customer Reviews

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John Lichtenfelt
Walking Onion

Planted as soon as received. Near as I can tell 100% germination. Amazing flavor, looking forward to seeing the bulbs start to form on top. Great plant, would happily order again.

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K Spence

Great

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J R Scott
Winter onion

My mother used to call these onions, winter onions when I was young.
I planted these about two weeks ago and about 80% of the bulbs are about an inch tall. They look great so far, we’ll see next year for sure. We live north of the 46th parallel.

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Wendy Tuttle
Beautiful little bulbils

I received these bulbils to plant and they were very high quality. I'll review again next spring when they emerge after winter and we can see how they do.

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