Walla Walla White

Onion

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Botanical illustration of Walla Walla White

🌱 90d to harvest Bulbing

Silken-sweet and luminous, Walla Walla White onions open with a gentle, honeyed aroma and a crisp, juicy bite that feels almost o…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 20th
Last Frost	May 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 15th
Harvest Begins	Aug 13th
Harvest Ends	Aug 25th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bulbing
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	55
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Walla Walla White onions showing yellowing leaves and soft bulbs, and what can I do?

Soft, collapsing necks with yellowing leaves are often onion rot caused by excess moisture and poor airflow around the bulb neck. Pull and discard any plants with soft tissue, then avoid watering overhead and water only at the soil line. Improve spacing and keep the bed weed-free so air moves between plants; for prevention, stop watering or reduce sharply as bulbs mature to keep the neck drier.

How often should I water Allium cepa during active bulb growth?

During the main bulb-forming phase (roughly after the plants are established), keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, adjusted for rain and heat. Water deeply, then let the top 1 inch of soil dry slightly before watering again to avoid bulb rots. Once the bulbs start to bulk and necks begin to tighten, taper watering so the neck stays drier for harvest curing.

When are Walla Walla White onions ready to harvest, and what signs should I look for?

Harvest when about 70–90% of the tops have fallen over and the necks are papery and tight, which for Allium cepa is typically near 90 days. Lift the bulbs gently to avoid bruising, especially because long-keeping quality depends on undamaged skins. Cure them in a dry, airy spot out of direct sun for 1–2 weeks until the outer skins are crisp and the necks are fully dried.

Silken-sweet and luminous, Walla Walla White onions open with a gentle, honeyed aroma and a crisp, juicy bite that feels almost orchard-fresh. The bulbs mature in about 90 days with a clean, pale-white skin and a rounded, slightly flattened silhouette, delivering tender layers that stay pleasantly mild. Grow Walla Walla White for standout fresh use—ideal for salads, sandwiches, and bright salsas—where its delicate sweetness can shine.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.

Expert Note

Start for sweet-spot mild onions: transplant on warm, weed-free beds once nights are reliably above 40–45°F to keep bulbs sweet and crisp.