Thom Multiplying Onions are an heirloom variety that has been grown for many generations. This particular strain derives from Thomas County, Ga. A true multiplying onion that is extremely easy to grow; they will grow great in raised beds or in-ground gardens. Once these onions are established, you will never have to buy them again. Thom Multiplying Onions are delicious when eaten raw, sauteed, or grilled. Allium cepa
We suggest harvesting and splitting bulbs twice a year (Fall and Spring) if you live in Zone 8 and higher. Zones 7 and lower should harvest in the fall and store bulbs in a cool, dry, and dark area until you’re ready to split and plant the following Spring. Thom Multiplying Onions are not a potato onion or a walking onion.
Onions are heavy feeders and will require significant nutrient inputs throughout their lifespan. We recommend feeding them with our 20-20-20 and Ammonium Sulfate fertilizers. Fertilize with 20-20-20 shortly after transplanting. The phosphorous and potassium in the 20-20-20 fertilizer will help to promote solid root development, while the nitrogen will promote vegetative growth. Once transplants are established, we recommend side-dressing or injecting with our Ammonium Sulfate fertilizer. Side dress or inject 1 cup per 20 feet of linear row every 3-4 weeks after transplanting.
Thom Multiplying Onion Planting Information:
When to Plant:Â early spring and fall
Plant Spacing: 6-8″
Planting Depth: 1″
(Plant in Full Sun)
– Plant in spring for a mid-summer harvest
– Start bulbing when day length reaches 14-16 hours
– Plant in late winter for an early summer harvest
– Start bulbing when day length reaches 12-14 hours
– Plant in fall if temps are rarely below 20F
– Plant in late winter if temps are frequently below 20F
– Start bulbing when day length reaches 10-12 hours
Connie Waldrep –
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Phil Ohsann (verified owner) –
I got my onion sets last spring! I plant in Tubs, and I had enough sets to plant 3 tubs. In no time at all I had more onions than I could eat! Out of each set of onions, I replanted one onion. The next set of onions I got a large crop, that I had to slice up an put in freezer. I now have 5 1/2 gallon bags, I made chile, Put them on tacos, eggs, made salsa, I also replanted four onions in buckets, and now are sitting on my back porch growing until spring. then i can plant them outside in tubs to start all over again. Best onions ever!!