White Grano
95d to harvest
Sweetly fragrant and delicately mild, White Grano forms pristine, ivory-white bulbs with a crisp, fine-grained snap and a clean, juicy bite. At maturity, the skins stay smooth and tight, making the bulbs ideal for fresh use as well as roasting until they turn tender and caramel-kissed. Grow White Grano for a refined, market-class white onion that shines in salads, savory sauces, and pickled preparations alike—its gentle flavor keeps every dish bright and balanced.
Crop Dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Mar 10th |
| Last Frost | May 19th |
| Transplant / Sow Outdoors | May 5th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 8th |
| Harvest Ends | Sep 21st |
Crop Details
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 95 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Bulbing |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 28 |
| Harden Off (days) | 6 |
Recommended Companions
Frequently Asked Questions
White Grano (Allium cepa): How do I prevent and manage onion downy mildew (Peronospora destructor) and other foliar fungal issues?
Onions (Allium cepa) are very prone to downy mildew when weather stays cool and humid, causing gray-purple fuzzy growth on leaves and tip dieback. Water only at the soil line and space plants so leaves dry quickly; remove and discard badly infected leaves early. If it keeps spreading, switch to a labeled fungicide for onions and re-apply according to the label interval, starting at the first signs (often in wet spells).
White Grano onion: How can I tell when it’s ready to harvest at ~95 days?
Harvest when about 50–70% of the plants have fallen over and the necks are soft but starting to dry, usually around the listed 95 days for your crop. Gently lift one bulb to check: skins should be papery and well-colored, with firm bulbs and minimal green showing at the top. Harvest on a dry day, then cure the onions in a warm, airy place out of direct rain until necks are tight and skins are fully papery.