Peter Clark Onion Seeds
Peter Clark Onion is a premium exhibition strain named in honour of the late Peter Clark, one of Britain’s most respected exhibition vegetable growers. Renowned for his meticulous selection of stock plants and his remarkable success on the show bench, Peter Clark’s influence on exhibition vegetable growing remains highly regarded today. This onion strain continues that tradition by producing large, beautifully shaped onions with outstanding uniformity, excellent skin quality and dependable performance.
Suitable for both competitive exhibitors and home gardeners, Peter Clark Onion combines vigorous growth with attractive globe-shaped bulbs that develop rich golden skins and crisp, mild flesh. Under normal cultivation it produces excellent kitchen onions with superb flavour, while under exhibition techniques it has the potential to produce exceptional show-quality specimens. The combination of reliable cropping, attractive appearance and excellent eating quality makes it a versatile choice for gardeners of all experience levels.
This variety responds particularly well to careful cultivation. Consistent watering, fertile soil and regular feeding encourage uninterrupted growth, producing large, evenly developed bulbs with firm skins and excellent finish. Exhibition growers will appreciate its uniform shape and presentation, while home gardeners will enjoy its dependable yields and versatility in the kitchen. Whether sliced into salads, roasted whole or used in soups, stews and casseroles, Peter Clark Onion produce. delivers excellent flavour throughout the season.
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Sowing & Propagation
For exhibition-sized onions, sow from late November through January under glass or in a heated propagator at 18 to 20°C. Sow seeds approximately 5 to 10 mm deep into a quality seed compost.
Once seedlings have developed, pot them on individually into larger containers to encourage strong root development. Maintain good light levels throughout winter and harden plants off before planting outdoors after the danger of severe frost has passed.
Growing On
Grow in deep, fertile, moisture-retentive soil enriched with generous quantities of well-rotted manure or compost. Choose a sunny, sheltered position with excellent drainage.
Water regularly throughout the growing season to maintain uninterrupted growth and apply a balanced fertiliser before changing to a high-potash feed as bulbs begin to swell. Keep the crop free from weeds and avoid any checks in growth, particularly during the early stages of bulb development. Exhibition growers often grow under protection to achieve perfectly clean bulbs with outstanding skin quality.
Harvesting
Harvest from late August to September, once the foliage naturally yellows and bends over. Lift bulbs carefully and allow them to cure in a warm, airy, frost-free location until the necks are completely dry.
Once cured, the onions store well in a cool, dry place and retain their attractive appearance for many weeks. Exhibition bulbs should be handled carefully to preserve their shape and skin finish.
We do an excellent Booklet On Growing Exhibition Onion here
Key Features
- Premium exhibition onion strain
- Named in honour of champion grower Peter Clark
- Produces large, globe-shaped onions
- Attractive golden skins
- Mild, sweet flavour
- Excellent skin quality
- Ideal for exhibition growing
- Suitable for home gardens and allotments
- Reliable yields
- Excellent for fresh use and cooking
The Peter Clark Onion is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a high-quality exhibition onion with an exceptional pedigree. Combining vigorous growth, attractive globe-shaped bulbs and excellent flavour, it is equally suited to competitive exhibitors and gardeners who simply enjoy growing outstanding onions.Peter Clark Onion Seeds are an excellent choice for gardeners who appreciate exhibition-quality onions but also want exceptional flavour for the kitchen. Their reliable performance, attractive globe-shaped bulbs and excellent skin finish make them suitable for both experienced exhibitors and enthusiastic home growers. With careful cultivation they produce consistently impressive crops, combining traditional onion flavour with the quality expected from a premium exhibition strain.
Approximately 50 seeds a packet.
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