Texas Early Grano onion seeds
Proudly cultivated in the Lone Star State since 1944, the Texas Early Grano onion is a sweet, white short-day variety. Originating from Valencia, Spain, the Grano onion made its way to the U.S. in 1925. In the 1930s, the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station initiated an onion breeding program, where the Grano underwent trials and was carefully selected for its early maturation and exceptionally sweet flavor. Thus, the Texas Early Grano emerged as a Vidalia-type onion with thin skin and a supremely mild taste, so sweet that it can be enjoyed just like an apple.
Seed count: 100
Botanic name:
Allium cepa
Plant spacing:
4"- 6" apart
Color:
Dark green stalks with bright white bulbs.
Sowing depth:
1/8 - 1/2 inches
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
The Texas Early Grano onion, with its exceptional sweetness and mild flavor, lends itself perfectly to a variety of culinary applications. Savor its delicate taste by incorporating finely chopped raw Texas Early Grano onions into fresh salads for a sweet and crisp bite. Alternatively, sautéing these onions in a bit of olive oil or butter brings out their natural sweetness, creating a flavorful base for savory dishes. Their thin skin makes them ideal for grilling or caramelizing to enhance their sweetness further. Whether enjoyed raw, sautéed, grilled, or caramelized, the Texas Early Grano onion adds a delightful touch to dishes, elevating them with its unique, sweet essence.
Frost Hardy:
Yes
Maturity days:
100-110 days
Life cycle:
Biennial
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Cold hardy:
Yes
Other names:
N/A
