Ebenezer White

Family: Amaryllidaceae Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Sweetly mild and cleanly aromatic, Ebenezer White forms crisp, ivory-skinned bulbs with a bright, paper-white sheen that feels almost luminous in the hand.

The flesh is tender yet firm, offering a juicy bite and a balanced flavor that shines in long-storing favorites—ideal for roasting, fresh slicing, and silky sauces, as well as pickling for a delicate tang.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 110 DaysHabit: Bulbing

Botanical illustration of Ebenezer White

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Ebenezer White Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 3a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Sep 6th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Sep 2nd – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Aug 31st – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Aug 26th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Aug 22nd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Aug 19th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Aug 13th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Aug 8th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jul 29th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jul 20th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jul 11th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Jun 24th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	May 30th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Jan 19th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Jan 19th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Jan 19th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Jan 19th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Jan 19th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Jan 19th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Jan 19th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Jan 19th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	110
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bulbing
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	5

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Ebenezer White sits in that rare zone where the onion flavor stays bright and clean—sweet up front, aromatic but not aggressive—so it won’t overwhelm delicate dressings or pickles. Slice it thin and it stays juicy-crisp; roast or reduce it and it turns velvety without getting harsh.

Best Uses

thin slicing on salads where it stays crisp and not harsh
slow-roasted or caramelized for a sweet, lacquered tenderness
silky onion-heavy sauces that benefit from a clean, non-skunky aroma
quick pickling for a delicate snap and bright tang

Flavor Profile

sweetly mild allium bite clean, crisp juiciness gentle aromatic pungency

Kitchen Pairings

butter thyme white wine champagne vinegar parmesan chicken

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I manage onion (Allium cepa) downy mildew or purple blotch during cool, wet weather?

Look for gray-purple blotches on leaves and a fuzzy downy growth during humid conditions, especially when plants are crowded. Remove and destroy heavily affected leaves, improve airflow by spacing and thinning, and avoid watering the foliage—water at the base early in the day. If outbreaks persist, use a labeled fungicide suitable for onions and follow the interval on the label.

How often should I water Allium cepa during the main growing phase to form good bulbs?

During active leaf growth and until bulbing starts, keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged—about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, adjusted for rainfall and heat. When bulbs begin to size, taper to lighter, less frequent watering so skins can mature; stop frequent watering once tops start to fall over. Check moisture 2–3 inches down—if it’s dry at that depth, irrigate; if it stays wet, hold off.

When is Ebenezer White onion (Allium cepa) ready to harvest and how can I tell?

Harvest when about half the tops have fallen over and the necks start to soften, typically around 110 days from sowing/transplanting depending on conditions. The bulbs should have fully colored skins (for white onions, tight, crisp outer layers) and feel firm rather than squishy. Lift carefully on a dry day, cure them in a shaded, airy spot for about 2 weeks, and then trim roots and tops for storage.