Cortland Onion Seeds (Organic)

Cortland Onion is a reliable and flavorful variety known for its large, golden-yellow bulbs and excellent storage qualities. These onions have a sweet, mild flavor and a crisp texture, making them perfect for fresh eating, slicing, or cooking into a wide range of dishes. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, Cortland Onions mature in about 100-110 days, producing uniform bulbs that are easy to harvest. This variety is a favorite among gardeners for its resistance to disease and bolting, ensuring a healthy and productive crop. The sturdy bulbs store well for several months, allowing you to enjoy their sweet flavor long after the growing season ends. Cortland Onions perform well in both traditional garden beds and raised beds, making them suitable for a variety of growing conditions. Whether you’re looking for an onion that delivers consistent quality, rich flavor, or long-term storage, Cortland Onion is an excellent choice for any kitchen or garden.

Onion - Cortland - Allium cepa

Biennial, F1 Hybrid Cortland is the new onion on the block, developed from Prince and Copra for even longer storage. Orange-yellow, thick skin on large, uniform, round onions, 3-4" diameter. Tolerant of pink root and fusarium. Long day length onion.

Did You Know? Ancient Egyptians venerated the onion and believed its round shape and concentric rings symbolized eternity.

Soil and Water: Plant in well-fertilized, moderately moist soil.

Planting and Growing: Sow seeds indoors in flats in early spring or sow seed outdoors as soon as the soil is workable. Cover seeds with 1/4" of fine soil. Allow 6"-18" between rows. When seedlings reach 4" tall, thin or transplant 6" apart. Thinnings can be eaten like green onions. Cut off seed heads as they form.

Harvesting and Storage: When mature, bend the tops, expose the bulb and let it stay in the ground until the leaves turn brown. Lift bulbs from the soil, braid tops, and hang outside in the shade to dry for at least 7 days. Store in ventilated, cool, dry area.

Soil Temperature: 65-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2"
Germination: 4-10 Days
Height At Maturity: 2'-3'
Days to Maturity: 105-110 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 4"-6"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 100 Seeds
 

Check out our Onion Growing Guide for more information.