PLANTS SHIP MID-MAY+ (except fruit trees), SEEDS SHIP ANYTIME, CANADA ONLY. LOCAL PICKUP AVAILABLE (incl. fruit trees, Ottawa) FLAGPOLE SCALLION | id:44739 | Allium fistulosum | Certified Organic by Ecocert Canada | Biennial | Open Pollinated | Heirloom Flagpole scallion can reach up to 2’ and ½” in thickness.Crisp, blue-green foliage is tender and juicy, and the elongated white bulbs slice up beautifully for salads, stir-fries, and baked potatoes. Vitamins+: B2, B5, B6, B9, C+, K++, Ca, Fe, K, Mg, Mn+, P, Zn Companion plants: Brassicas, Tomato, Lettuce, Beets, Spinach, Chamomile, Rose, Strawberry, Summer Savory. Far from: Beans, Peas, Sage, Asparagus, Leek, Garlic. Planting tip: Direct sow outside or sow inside 6 weeks before moving outside. Sow seed in clusters when starting indoors.||Pinch the top off when seedling reaches 4″. Trim seedling to 1” when it reaches 5” to increase thickness. Harvesting tip: Scallions are typically ready to enjoy 8 to 12 weeks after sowing. Harvest the largest plants first so that those left can continue to grow. This way you can extend and maximize your harvest. Storage tip: Store scallions in the fridge or slice them up to pack in freezer bags or containers to add to recipes whenever you need their fresh flavor.
Seed depth:1/4-1/2″ Direct, Plant spacing:2-3″, Row spacing:12-24″, Sun Level:3, Watering Level:2, Germination:7-14 days/jrs, 7-32°C Optimally:20-25°C, Maturity:65-120 d/j, Height: 12-24″, Width: 6-12″, Cold tolerance:-12°C, Edible leaf (See Envelope below) Gaia Organics, 399 River Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1V 1C9 (near Gatineau, Quebec) 613-219-8463 (see the envelope below)
