Onion – Karmen Red
Add rich color and sweet flavor to your garden with Karmen Red Onions, a popular variety known for its deep red skin, crisp flesh, and excellent taste. These attractive onions produce round to slightly globe-shaped bulbs with vibrant purple-red outer layers and firm white flesh tinged with red rings.
Karmen Red onions are prized for their mild, slightly sweet flavor, making them perfect for fresh eating in salads, sandwiches, and salsas, while also performing well when cooked in soups, stir-fries, and roasted dishes. This variety produces reliable yields and stores well after harvest, making it a favorite for home gardeners.
Plant Details
Plant Type: Edible Onion Bulb (Set)
Bulb Color: Deep red to purple skin
Flesh Color: White with red rings
Bulb Size: Medium to large round bulbs
Plant Height: 12–18 inches
Harvest Time: Mid to late summer
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, roasting, cooking, and storage
Growing Instructions for Zone 3b
Karmen Red onions grow well in cooler climates and are suitable for Zone 3b gardens.
Planting Time
Plant onion sets in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked.
Location
Choose a location with full sun (6–8 hours daily) and loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
Planting Depth
- Plant onion sets about 1 inch deep.
- The pointed tip should remain just at or slightly above the soil surface.
Spacing
- Space sets 3–4 inches apart within rows.
- Leave 12–18 inches between rows.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season, especially while bulbs are forming.
Fertilizing
Apply compost or a balanced fertilizer at planting and again during early growth to support healthy bulb development.
Harvesting
- Onions are ready to harvest when the tops begin to yellow and fall over, usually in mid to late summer.
- Carefully lift bulbs from the soil.
Curing
Allow harvested onions to cure in a dry, well-ventilated area for 1–2 weeks before storage.
With proper care, Karmen Red onions will produce a colorful and flavorful harvest that adds both beauty and taste to your kitchen.