Spring onion
Allium fistulosum · Family Amaryllidaceae
Also known as: welsh onion, bunching onion, scallion
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Every 3 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
Care
Where to put it
A sunny windowsill or patio container.
Light
Full sun for strong, upright leaves.
Watering
Keep the compost lightly moist; don't let it dry out completely.
About the plant
The spring onion has hollow leaves and a mild onion flavour, essential in Brazilian seasoning. It does not form a large bulb and regrows after each cut. It does well in medium pots in sunny spots.
Origin
Domesticated in China and grown for millennia in East Asia.
What it likes
- Full sun
- Fertile, moist compost
- Frequent cutting
What it dislikes
- Shade
- Soggy compost
- Pulling up the whole plant
Did you know?
You can replant the rooted base of a shop-bought spring onion and it will sprout again.
