Yellow Onion
Allium cepa
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| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Yellow Onion highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 3-9
Yellow Onion (Allium cepa) are easy-to-grow garden standards that will add loads of flavor to your recipes! Growing to several inches in diameter and is considered a medium-to-large globe variety. Yellow Onion has white to yellow flesh and brownish-yellow skins.
Its well-rounded flavor and ability to transform from having a bite to being mellow and sweet make it one of the most popular varieties in grocery stores. Yellow Onions are also adored by gardeners because they resist going to seed when the weather gets warmer.
Maturing around 100 days, Yellow Onions retain their juice and stores for several months and have firm skin that protects them long after harvest. The taste is rich and lingers on the palate but can vary depending on the growing conditions. They store well. Hang to dry and once dry they will store well most of the winter, up to six months.
Planting and Application:
These yellow onions offer an excellent, clean flavor that is spicy when used raw. There's no better Onion to have sliced raw on a burger or as a spicy bite in a salad. This variety is an excellent cultivar to use as green onions as well as letting them grow into Onions for storage. Some like to plant in the fall for a short-season Green Onion.
Plant these space-saving edible bulbs in your Kitchen garden for easy access to flavorful cooking and garnish - because not only are the bulbs edible, but also the leaves, scapes, and flowers too! Tuck in groupings or in rows throughout Herb gardens and are no-brainers for the Veggie garden too! Even container gardeners can grow Garlic in their mixed planters and in containers too!
- Versatile & Flavorful Yellow Skinned-Bulbs
- Most Popular Onion for Culinary Purposes
- Easy to Peel Yellow Skin
- 100 Days to Maturity & Stores Well
- Containers, Sunny Gardens & Space-Saving Use
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Plant Yellow Onions in full sun in the spring to take advantage of the cool weather leaving with about 4-6 inches between. Water them well to help them establish and as needed to keep the plants most actively growing right up until late spring or early summer.
Once their foliage turns brown, it's time to harvest. Pull or spade the onions from the ground turning them upside down and let them sit in the sun for a few days to let the roots dry before gathering the tops and hanging them to dry in a dry garage or basement where they can be used for months.
- Full Sun
- Moderately Moist Well-Drained Soil
- Plant in Fall - Harvest in Spring/Summer
- Good Storage Life
- Low Maintenance & Easy to Grow
These easy-to-grow onions will add a kick of flavor to your favorite dishes. Find out what's below the layers of the Yellow Onion. Order yours now at NatureHills.com and we'll ship your quality bulbs to your doorstep at the proper planting time for your growing zone!
