'Evergreen Hardy White' Scallion (Allium fistulosum)

A Packet contains ~160 seeds.

This perennial bunching onion is a old variety from Japan, they divide at the base as well as producing large ornamental flowers and lots of true seed. You can harvest the green tops several times in a season or harvest whole plants on a slower rotation. May have crossed with other allium species!

Seeds should be planted in spring. Starting early indoors is nice as alliums can be a bit slow to establish and are easy to lose if direct sown. Barely cover seeds.

Can be grown as a annual in typical rows, or allowed to establish as a perennial. Divides somewhat slowly at the base, so plant lots of seedlings or avoid harvesting bulbs until well established. Best size in full sun and rich soil (ie vegetable garden conditions), but tolerates sub-par conditions. I find other perennial alliums preferable to low-investment situations and this scallion preferable for the vegetable garden. Sow in early spring, in short season climates start in Feb/Mar for annual production.

'Luk Altaiskii' Altai Onion (Allium altaicum)

a packet contains 1/4tsp seed, ~300 seeds.

These genetics come from the Lake Baikal region of Russia. This species is generally thought to be the wild ancestor of Allium fistulosum and has similar properties. A medium sized perennial allium with oval bulbs up to 1.5” in diameter and light cream colored blooms. They divide at the bulb. All parts edible with a long history of culinary use in their native region. May have crossed with other allium species!

Sow in fall or winter or provide 60+ days cold damp stratification.

Sorry for the lack of photos on these species! I will try to take those in 2023!