Globemaster

CultivarAllium cepa 'Globemaster'

Also called ornamental onion

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Fact sheet

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Typebulb

from Onion · “The bulbs are composed of shortened, compressed, underground stems” — Onion - Wikipedia

Days to germination5.5–7.5 days

from Onion · “which usually takes about 7 to 10 days after planting” — 13 Onion Growing Stages: A Complete Guide | October 2026 | Just Pure Gardening

Days to maturity90–120 days

from Onion · “The onion plant takes approximately 90 to 120 days to reach full maturity from planting to harvesting.” — 13 Onion Growing Stages: A Complete Guide | October 2026 | Just Pure Gardening

Germination temperature66.5–77.8 °F

from Onion · “Onion seeds need warm soil to germinate. The ideal soil temperature for germination is 65-75 oF” — 13 Onion Growing Stages: A Complete Guide | October 2026 | Just Pure Gardening

Lightfull sun

from Onion · “Regardless of whether you choose seeds or bulbs, selecting an area with loose, well-draining soil and full sun for successful onion growth is a must.” — 13 Onion Growing Stages: A Complete Guide | October 2026 | Just Pure Gardening

Watermoist but not soggy

from Onion · “Onion seeds also need moisture to germinate. The soil should be moist but not soggy.” — 13 Onion Growing Stages: A Complete Guide | October 2026 | Just Pure Gardening

Soil pH6–6.8

from Onion · “prefer pH levels between 6-6.8” — Onion soil requirements | Wikifarmer

Hardiness zones4-10

from Onion · “USDA hardiness zones 4-10” — Onion soil requirements | Wikifarmer

Spacing5.5–12 in

from Onion · “Place each bulb in a hole 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) apart” — 13 Onion Growing Stages: A Complete Guide | October 2026 | Just Pure Gardening

Height6–8 in

from Green onion · “Harvest when the green tops reach 6 to 8 inches in height.” — How Long Do Green Onions Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

Propagationseed, transplanting

from Onion · “By seed (directly sown/seeding on the field) By transplanting seedlings” — Onion soil requirements | Wikifarmer

TransplantEarly spring or fall

from Onion · “When to Plant: Early spring or fall” — 23 Best Onion Companion Plants (with Chart) & 7 to Avoid | RASNetwork GardeningExpandExpandSearchSearchToggle MenuFacebo

Ready whengreen tops reach 6 to 8 inches in height

from Green onion · “Harvest when the green tops reach 6 to 8 inches in height.” — How Long Do Green Onions Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

Edible partstops and roots

from Green onion · “Cut the green tops with scissors, leaving the roots intact for regrowth.” — How Long Do Green Onions Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

Pestsonion fly, onion eelworm, various fungi

from Onion · “The crop is harvested and dried and the onions are ready for use or storage” — Onion - Wikipedia

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