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Vidalia Onion

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Vidalia Onion

Allium

Allium cepa 'Vidalia'

  • Full sun
  • Zones 5–10
  • 110 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 4" spacing
  • High water
  • pH 6–6.8
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  • Overview

    The famous sweet onion from Georgia, prized for its mild flavor and exceptional sweetness that allows it to be eaten raw like an apple. These large, golden onions have become synonymous with Southern cooking and are perfect for caramelizing, grilling, or enjoying fresh in salads. Their low sulfur content and high sugar content make them a favorite among gardeners who want to grow restaurant-quality sweet onions at home.

  • Planting

    Start from transplants or sets in early spring, 4-6 weeks before last frost. Plant when soil temperature reaches 50°F.

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-10.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Onion thrips, onion maggots, wireworms. Common diseases: Downy mildew, purple blotch, neck rot, pink root.