This is my first year growing Red River onion plants. I ordered them from Texas in April, and was unable to plant them until the first week in May because of cold, wet, rainy weather. Soil was too wet for tilling, therefore the delay. Normally my onions are in the soil by the second week in April if not sooner.

Even with bad weather all of my onion plants seemed no worse for delayed planting, and many grew into larger than average size bulbs. This hybrid variety is said to keep in storage from 3 to 5 months when properly stored. "Properly Stored" are the key words; meaning well cured, dried & ventilated in non-freezing conditions. A good root cellar is most helpful for storing ("remember well-ventilated").

This comment is from my own words, and is not intended as advice to others.

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These are my go-to red onions. They have proven to be the best keepers for me, lasting for several months without getting bitter or sprouting, if cured properly. We still have a bunch now in February, in great shape, that were harvested in September.The flavor is mild and sweeter than many reds I've grown in the past. They don't get as large as some varieties we've grown, but are a great onion to use in cooking or to eat raw.

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