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  • Heritage exhibition variety introduced in 1887, producing large, globe-shaped bulbs with attractive straw-coloured skins.
  • Mild, versatile flavour and excellent keeping quality for long-term storage and culinary use.
  • Easy to grow from seed — reaches about 30cm, prefers full sun and free-draining, fertile soil; suitable for home gardeners and show growers.

Description

Onion ‘Ailsa Craig’ is a classic heritage variety (introduced 1887) known for its weighty, uniform, globe-shaped bulbs with golden-straw skins. It offers a mild flavour and excellent keeping quality, making it valuable both for exhibition and for the kitchen. Sow seeds early (recommended planting period January–March), transplant plugs 1cm deep with 10cm between plants and 30cm between rows, and rotate crops every 3–4 years to reduce pests and disease. Prefers full sun and loose, free-draining soil rich in organic matter (pH 6.0–7.0); interplanting with carrots, cabbages, lettuce or herbs like mint and parsley can help deter pests and make efficient use of space.

Expected Planting PeriodJanuary, February, March
Expected Plant Height30cm
Soil TypeLoose, free-draining, rich in organic matter, pH 6.0-7.0
Sunlight ExposureFull Sun
Plant Or Animal Product TypeVegetables
Product Care InstructionsOnions are a staple crop for any home gardener and one of the most rewarding vegetables to grow from seed. Whether in large garden beds or patio containers, they thrive with just a little care. From sweet and red onions to spring onions and shallots, each type adds its own unique flavour to the kitchen. Start seeds indoors early for a strong head start and choose a sunny, well-drained spot for planting. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged for the best growth. Indoor Sowing Fill a half seed tray with fine-textured seed compost and lightly scatter seeds across the surface without overcrowding. Cover lightly and keep moist. A heated propagator or heat mat provides consistent warmth, encouraging quick germination and strong root growth. Planting Out Transplant Professional Grower Plugs 1cm deep, spacing 10cm between plants and 30cm between rows. Rotate crops each season to avoid soil-borne pests and diseases, and avoid planting onions or related crops (leeks, garlic, shallots) in the same spot more than once every 3–4 years. Interplanting Onions store well, so one sowing is usually enough. Use the spaces between rows to grow carrots, cabbages, or lettuce. Their strong scent naturally deters pests like carrot flies and aphids. Companion herbs such as mint and parsley also help keep onion flies away.
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Marshalls Garden Onion Seeds 'Ailsa Craig' | Multi | Green, White, Yellow, Orange | Seeds
Marshalls Garden Onion Seeds 'Ailsa Craig' | Multi | Green, White, Yellow, Orange | Seeds

FREE delivery

£6.79

FREE delivery

Colour: Green, White, Yellow, Orange

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FREE delivery

£6.79

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Colour: Green, White, Yellow, Orange

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  • FREE standard delivery between Wed 15 Apr - Thu 16 Apr

  • FREE express delivery between Tue 14 Apr - Wed 15 Apr if you order before 3pm

Returns available within 30 days.

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