Review of varieties and hybrids of onions

It is difficult to imagine some dishes without onions, for example, salad. And the herring, decorated with an onion, looks more appetizing on the table. When buying a "tearful" vegetable in a supermarket or at the market, not all housewives pay attention to the name of the onion variety, because they do not really understand the difference, but, by the way, there is one.

Onions are classified according to several parameters.

Depending on the growing season, it can be:

• early (90-100 days);
• medium (100-120 days);
• late (over 120 days).

By the size of the head, they are distinguished: small (weight of the fruit is less than 50g), medium (weight - 50-100g), large (weight - over 100g).

By the number of bulbs in the nest:

• small-breasted (1-3 pcs);
• medium-sized (4-5 pcs);
• multi-cavity (more than 5 pieces).

By taste: spicy, sweet, semi-hot, shallots, the taste of which is delicate, sweet and sour.

Considering all these and some other characteristics, onions, like any other vegetable, have varieties. The most interesting quality for housewives is taste, so we will consider onion varieties and hybrids in accordance with this criterion.

Sharp

Spicy varieties of onion appear as fruits covered with several layers of husks. All are early ripening, but their yield is low. This type can be safely used for storage, since it is long-lived. It is the spicy varieties of vegetables that have a large amount of dry matter, essential oils and sugars. Harvesting is done both manually and with the help of agricultural machinery.

1. Arzamas local - a variety of onions with a spicy taste. Root vegetables are medium in size. Refers to small-breeding (2-3 bulbs), mid-season. Differs in increased productivity. Good storage properties.
2. Local Bessonovsky is an old variety of onion. It has a pungent taste, there are 4-5 bulbs in the nest, it lends itself well to storage for 8-9 months, but the main advantage of Bessonovsky is great for growing on greens.
3. Chalcedony is the most famous of the acute ones. Belongs to the category of mid-season. There is usually one onion in the nest. Chalcedony is versatile, suitable for fresh consumption and for processing, also suitable for drying. Stored well.

There are also hybrids of spicy varieties. The most popular are two:

1. Golden Semko F1 is a spicy, small-breasted representative. Refers to early maturing. Under the golden husk, it has juicy white scales. This hybrid is distinguished by a particularly high yield and disease resistance, but the crop can be stored for no more than 6-7 months.
2. Siberia F1 is the best hybrid of Dutch breeding for winter storage. Refers to early maturing. Edible scales are juicy.

Sweet

Sweet varieties of onions are distinguished by their taste, for which this culture is appreciated by the hostesses. This type of vegetable is very productive, but the only drawback of the root crop is that it mainly grows in the southern regions.

1. Red Baron is a representative of the sweet type that grows best in the Moscow region. It stands out for its red color, which colors other ingredients of the dishes. Designed for use in salads, but also highly processed. Stores well.
2. Exibition is a classic Dutch onion. Possesses extraordinary fruit sizes. Refers to mid-late. Regardless of the soil and climatic conditions, it gives a good harvest, it can be grown even in the Urals.The only drawback is the susceptibility to various diseases during the growth process.
3. Centaur is a sweet mid-season onion variety. The value of the Centaur is in its ability to withstand diseases in the process of growth and to be stored for a long time. Gives a good harvest, which is intended for consumption in salads.

Hybrids

F1 music is a very sweet white hybrid. Ideal for salads, but even better for meat dishes. Not suitable for storage, which is a disadvantage of the root crop.

Candy F1 is a representative of large-fruited early hybrids, which is not intended for storage. Best eaten in salads. It has the ability to give a high yield. The main value of Candy for gardeners is that it is unpretentious in cultivation.

Semi-sharp

Semi-sharp varieties of onion are fruits with a small amount of husk. Its structure, in comparison with sharp relatives, is loose, which exposes the root crop to injury during harvesting. Its main purpose for consumption is to be a component of dishes.

If we talk about the storage of such an onion, then it is considered to be medium-heavy. In addition, this particular species gives a good harvest.

1. Danilovsky 301 is a semi-sharp onion variety. Danilovsky's main application is in salads. It is very well stored, has 1-2 heads in the nest, belongs to the mid-season.
2. Zolotnichok is semi-sharp, mid-season, belongs to the domestic selection. In comparison with other representatives - a new variety. The average yield is up to two kilograms per square meter. meters. Its storage is allowed.
3. Carmen is a semi-sharp onion variety, color is purple. According to the ripening period, it belongs to the middle late. It is appreciated for its high taste and storage properties. Suitable for processing, but can also be consumed fresh.

Among the hybrids of the presented type of onion, there are also hybrids.

1. Albion F1 is a hybrid of a white onion variety. Housewives appreciate it, because it is used not only for fresh consumption and in salads, but also for dressing dishes. Suitable for drying. Not suitable for long-term storage.
2. Spirit F1 is another representative of peninsular hybrids. Spirit is distinguished from the rest by its super early maturity and high quality of the crop. Belongs to late, but also well stored.

Shallot

A relative of the onion - shallots - has a peculiar taste. In addition, it is appreciated for its early greens - tender and aromatic. The taste of fruits when used in dishes does not drown out the taste of other products. This type is called "gourmet onion". Shallots keep well, which is facilitated by their high density. Shallots are early maturing.

1. Kuban yellow is a semi-sweet high-yielding variety. From 1 sq. meter, you can collect 3-4 kg of fruit.
2. Kushchevka Kharkiv - a semi-sharp onion. It is considered early maturing. Although the yield of this shallot is low - 1.5 kg per 1 sq. meter, but it keeps well. Use the fresh root vegetable and for preservation. The juiciness of its edible scales is especially distinguished.
3. Asterisk - early maturing (early), sharp. The average yield is 1 kg per 1 sq. meters. Its purpose is salads and preserves.
4. Russian violet is a semi-sharp, fast-maturing variety. Differs in high productivity. Suitable for storage. Considered amateur.
5. Siberian yellow is a spicy shallot, the cultivation of which is recommended in the Siberian regions, in the Urals.

The shallot also has hybrids:

Bonilla is a mid-season plant with a semi-sharp taste. Low yield - 1.5 kg per 1 sq. M, but suitable for storage.

The earring is a medium early hybrid with a high yield.The taste is semi-sharp. Suitable for storage.

Onions of any kind are a healthy product that should be present in the diet of every person. The agricultural technology of this vegetable is not difficult, so everyone who has a piece of land can grow it. It should be noted that, by and large, even its growth occurs in any soil with good aeration. It is only necessary to take into account the predecessor plants, among which are preferable: cereals, legumes, early potatoes, cucumber. "Teary" vegetable is hygrophilous, but does not tolerate excess water. Of course, each variety has its own cultivation characteristics, adhering to which you can get a good vitamin harvest not only for the coming day, but also organize storage in the winter.

Onions will become not only a "home doctor", but also an excellent decoration for any dish, thanks to the variety of colors inherent in it, which range from pure white and yellowish to pink, red and even purple.

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