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}\n  .closing-box a  { color: #2c4a8a; font-weight: 700; }\n\n  hr.section { border: none; border-top: 1px solid #ddeecb; margin: 28px 0; }\n\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOnion 'Red Baron' Seeds\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"strapline\"\u003eIntensely coloured, richly flavoured, and genuinely beautiful — the red onion that outperforms everything at the supermarket. A stunning kitchen garden crop that looks as good in the border as it tastes on the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Red Baron' is the benchmark red onion for kitchen gardeners — and it has earned that reputation through a combination of qualities that no single supermarket variety manages to deliver simultaneously. The bulbs are large, well-rounded, and strikingly handsome: deep burgundy-red skin over glossy, purple-flushed flesh with a sweet, mild flavour that is outstanding raw in salads, caramelised slowly in a pan, roasted whole, or pickled in vinegar for the most vivid, jewel-toned preserve you have ever seen come out of your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing onions from seed rather than sets gives you a longer growing window, better disease resistance, and — crucially — the satisfaction of following the full journey from a tiny black seed to a plump, glossy bulb ready to braid and hang in the kitchen. In the potager, a row of 'Red Baron' in full growth is genuinely beautiful: the tall, glaucous blue-green stems rise to an impressive height through summer, and the deep red shoulders of the developing bulbs peek above the soil line from July onwards like a promise of good eating to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"section\"\u003e\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 1: Understanding the Plant --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🌿 Understanding the Plant\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Baron' is a \u003cstrong\u003eHardy Annual\u003c\/strong\u003e and one of Britain's most popular and consistent red onion varieties. It is a long-day onion, meaning it requires the lengthening days of late spring and early summer to trigger bulb formation — making it perfectly adapted to the British growing season when sown at the correct time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds vs Sets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growing 'Red Baron' from seed rather than sets offers several meaningful advantages. Seed-grown plants establish a stronger root system, are significantly less prone to bolting, and have better resistance to onion white rot and neck rot. Seed-grown bulbs also tend to store for longer once harvested — a particularly important advantage with red onions, which are naturally shorter-storing than white varieties when grown from sets. The longer growing season required from seed is a small investment for a noticeably superior result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Colour Chemistry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rich red-purple pigmentation of 'Red Baron' comes from anthocyanins — the same antioxidant compounds found in red wine, blueberries, and beetroot. These pigments are concentrated in the outer skin and the flesh layers immediately beneath it, giving the bulb its characteristic concentric rings of deep purple and white when sliced. The colour is water-soluble and bleeds beautifully into dressings, pickling liquors, and cooking juices, making 'Red Baron' as visually dramatic in the kitchen as it is in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotager Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Onions in general are among the most structurally satisfying vegetables in the kitchen garden — their tall, cylindrical, blue-grey foliage contrasts beautifully with the broader leaves of squash and salad crops. 'Red Baron' adds an extra dimension as the season progresses, with the deep burgundy shoulders of the swelling bulbs visible above the soil from July onwards, creating a rich colour accent in the productive garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 2: Growing Guide --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🌱 Growing Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing onions from seed requires a little more patience than sets, but the process is straightforward and the results are consistently superior — larger bulbs, better storage life, and lower disease risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow indoors from \u003cstrong\u003elate January to mid-March\u003c\/strong\u003e into module trays or seed trays of good-quality seed compost. Sow 2–3 seeds per module approximately 1cm deep and thin to the strongest seedling. Maintain a temperature of 10–15°C — onions prefer cooler conditions for germination than most vegetables, and excessive warmth can inhibit germination. Seedlings typically emerge within \u003cstrong\u003e7–14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e. Grow on in a bright, cool spot such as an unheated greenhouse or cold frame, as stocky, cool-grown seedlings establish far better than soft, warm-grown ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransplanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant out from \u003cstrong\u003eMarch to April\u003c\/strong\u003e once seedlings are approximately 15–20cm tall and pencil-thick at the base — a stage known as the \"pencil stage.\" Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e10cm apart in rows 25–30cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e. Firm the soil well around each transplant to anchor the roots, but avoid burying the base of the stem. A well-prepared bed enriched with general-purpose fertiliser at planting time will serve the crop well throughout its long growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the bed weed-free throughout the season — onions are poor competitors and a weedy bed significantly reduces final bulb size. Water during dry spells in early summer when bulbs are swelling rapidly, but reduce watering in July and August to help the outer skins ripen and harden properly. Avoid high-nitrogen feeds once bulbs begin to swell, as these encourage lush foliage at the expense of firm, well-coloured bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Storing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBulbs are ready to harvest from \u003cstrong\u003eJuly to September\u003c\/strong\u003e when the foliage begins to yellow and topple naturally. Lift with a fork on a dry day and leave on the soil surface or on wire racks in a warm, airy spot to dry and cure for 2–3 weeks. Once the necks are completely dry and papery, store in nets, trays, or braided strings in a cool, dry, frost-free place. Properly cured 'Red Baron' will store for \u003cstrong\u003e3–4 months\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 3: Plant Specifications --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e📋 Plant Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Baron'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Onion 'Red Baron'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardy Annual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH4 — Hardy; transplants tolerate moderate spring frosts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun ☀️\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–60cm at peak growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulb Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium to large; typically 150–250g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10cm apart; rows 25–30cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSow indoors; transplant at pencil-thick stage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays to Harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 100–120 days from transplanting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarvest Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJuly to September\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlavour Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet, mild, and richly coloured — outstanding raw or cooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–4 months when properly dried and cured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeeds per Packet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 200 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"perfect-for-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-red\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e🧅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eSalads, Pickling \u0026amp; Caramelising\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-green\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eCottage Potager \u0026amp; Kitchen Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-teal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e❄️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eLong-Term Winter Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-plum\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e🎨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eStriking Jewel-Toned Preserves\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pf-box pf-amber\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pf-icon\"\u003e🏆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pf-label\"\u003eSuperior Seed-Grown Bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 4: Garden Combinations --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e🤝 Beautiful Garden Combinations\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Red Baron' is one of the great alliums — and alliums are some of the most beneficial plants in the kitchen garden, actively protecting their neighbours. These companions from our range work with the crop and look beautiful doing it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"companion-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"amber\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"companion-emoji\"\u003e🧡\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Calendula Art Shades Mixed Seeds\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/calendula-art-shades-mixed-seeds\"\u003eCalendula 'Art Shades Mixed'\u003c\/a\u003e: The Potager Partnership.\u003c\/strong\u003e Calendula is one of the most consistently valuable flowers in the kitchen garden and pairs exceptionally well with onions. Its resin-coated roots deter soil nematodes and wireworms that can damage developing bulbs, while its flowers attract the beneficial hoverflies and lacewings whose larvae prey on thrips and aphids — two of the onion's principal above-ground pests. The warm apricot and cream tones of Art Shades create a genuinely beautiful colour contrast alongside the deep burgundy shoulders of swelling 'Red Baron' bulbs as summer progresses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"blue\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"companion-emoji\"\u003e🌼\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Borage Seeds\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/borage-seeds\"\u003eBorage\u003c\/a\u003e: The Biodiversity Builder.\u003c\/strong\u003e Borage is one of the great all-round kitchen garden companions and works particularly well alongside alliums. Its deep taproot mines nutrients from lower soil layers, making them available to the shallow-rooted onion crop, and its prolific electric-blue flowers sustain a constant presence of beneficial insects throughout the summer. Planted at the ends or edges of the onion bed, a generous clump of Borage creates a lively, pollinator-rich boundary that benefits every crop in the vicinity — and the edible flowers make a striking garnish alongside a Red Baron salad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"orange\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"companion-emoji\"\u003e🌼\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Nasturtium Tom Thumb Seeds\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/nasturtium-tom-thumb-seeds\"\u003eNasturtium 'Tom Thumb'\u003c\/a\u003e: The Pest Decoy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nasturtiums are a classic allium companion — their pungent foliage is widely believed to confuse and deter onion fly, one of the most damaging pests of the onion family, while their compact habit means they fill the spaces between rows without ever competing seriously with the crop. As a trap crop for blackfly and aphids, they keep pest pressure away from the developing bulbs. And come harvest time, their peppery leaves and vivid flowers sit beautifully alongside thinly sliced 'Red Baron' in a summer salad bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"green\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"companion-emoji\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Basil Classic Italian Seeds\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bishybarnabeescottagegarden.com\/products\/basil-classic-italian-seeds\"\u003eBasil Classic Italian\u003c\/a\u003e: The Italian Kitchen Garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e Basil and onion are one of the great culinary partnerships — and growing them side by side is entirely practical. Basil's aromatic oils are believed to deter the aphids and thrips that target onion foliage, while its presence in the kitchen garden means that the two finest ingredients in a classic Italian dressing, bruschetta, or pasta sauce are ready to harvest simultaneously from the same bed. A row of 'Red Baron' alongside a pot of basil is one of the most satisfying and productive small-space kitchen garden combinations there is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- DROPDOWN 5: Sowing \u0026 Harvesting Calendar --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e📅 Sowing \u0026amp; Harvesting Calendar\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dropdown-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"calendar-intro\"\u003eSow indoors in late winter for transplanting in spring — then watch the deep burgundy bulbs swell through summer for a glorious July to September harvest with months of storage ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"calendar-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"calendar-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"cal-label\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"cal-month\"\u003eJan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"cal-month\"\u003eFeb\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth 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cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!-- Harvest: Jul–Sep --\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-label\"\u003e🧅 Harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-empty\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell cal-harvest first-active\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cal-cell 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active\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Curing \u0026amp; Storage Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNever skip the curing stage — it is what separates onions that store well from those that rot within weeks. After lifting, lay bulbs in a single layer on wire racks or old wooden pallets in a warm, dry, well-ventilated spot — a greenhouse, cold frame lid, or sunny patio — for at least two to three weeks, until the outer skins are completely dry and papery and the neck feels hard and hollow when squeezed. Only then should they be moved to long-term storage. Red onions store for a shorter time than white or brown varieties, so use any with thick, soft necks first, and reserve the firmest, best-cured bulbs for winter.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- CLOSING --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"closing-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏆 The Kitchen Garden's Finest Red Onion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Baron' is the variety that consistently delivers where it matters most — exceptional colour, outstanding flavour, reliable bulb formation in British conditions, and worthwhile storage life from a seed-grown crop. Whether sliced into a summer salad, slow-cooked to a jammy sweetness, or pickled to a vivid jewel red that lights up a winter charcuterie board, this is an onion that genuinely rewards the patience of growing from seed with results no supermarket can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53651273351495,"sku":"sku-56889572360569","price":2.16,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/7051\/8343\/files\/Untitleddesign_4_cf267a78-5a95-4502-a0bd-3b24c3f1499a.jpg?v=1775331172","url":"https:\/\/naturalgrower.co.uk\/products\/onion-red-baron","provider":"Natural Grower","version":"1.0","type":"link"}