Grow flavour-packed kitchen essentials at home with Yellow Onion Seeds – Tin from Souq Garden. This premium variety (Allium cepa) produces full-sized, golden-brown bulbs with a mild, sweet flavour ideal for everyday cooking. Packed in a seal-tight tin for long shelf life and outstanding viability, these seeds are perfect for UAE gardeners growing in raised beds, large containers, or backyard plots across all seven Emirates.

Why Yellow Onion Thrives in the UAE

Onions are cool-season crops, and the UAE's October to March growing season provides ideal 15–25°C conditions for bulb development. With patient care, you can harvest large, well-cured bulbs in 90–120 days. Homegrown onions cure beautifully and store for months — far longer than supermarket varieties.

Key Features and Specifications

• Botanical Name: Allium cepa
• Variety: Yellow Onion (medium-day length)
• Bulb Colour: Golden yellow-brown
• Bulb Size: 6–10 cm diameter
• Packaging: Premium seal-tight tin
• Germination Rate: 88%+
• Days to Maturity: 90–120 days
• Best Sowing Season: September to November in UAE

Care Guide

Sowing

Sow seeds 1 cm deep in seedling trays. Germination takes 7–14 days. Transplant seedlings when they reach 15 cm tall, spacing them 10 cm apart.

Light

Full sun, 6 hours daily minimum.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during bulb development. Reduce watering when tops begin to fall over.

Soil

Loose, fertile, well-draining loam with pH 6.0–7.0. Enrich with compost.

Feeding

Apply nitrogen-rich fertiliser early in growth, switching to balanced NPK as bulbs form.

Harvesting

Lift bulbs when 50% of the tops have fallen over. Cure in a dry, shaded place for 2 weeks before storage.

Best Uses

• Everyday cooking, curries, and stews
• Caramelised onions and French onion soup
• Salsas, salads, and chutneys
• UAE villa and balcony gardens
• Long-term pantry storage

Common Problems and Solutions

• Small bulbs: Provide more sunlight and spacing.
• Bolting: Sow at the correct time and avoid heat-stressed seedlings.
• Onion thrips: Spray neem oil or insecticidal soap.
• Rot in storage: Cure thoroughly before storing in a dry, ventilated area.

Why Buy from Souq Garden

Souq Garden is the UAE's leading online garden centre, delivering premium seeds, plants, and gardening supplies to Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain. Enjoy same-day delivery in Dubai, climate-tested varieties, and expert horticultural advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I sow Yellow Onion seeds in the UAE?

Sow between September and November for the best bulb development.

How long until I can harvest?

Bulbs are ready 90–120 days after sowing.

Can I grow it in containers?

Yes — use a 30 cm deep container with rich soil and good drainage.

How do I cure onions?

Lay them in a dry, shaded, ventilated area for 2 weeks until the necks dry fully.

How long do cured onions store?

Properly cured yellow onions store 4–6 months in cool, dry conditions.

Does Souq Garden deliver across the UAE?

Yes, we deliver to all seven Emirates with same-day delivery in Dubai.