{"product_id":"onion-spring-white-lisbon","title":"Spring Onion White Lisbon","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOnion Spring White Lisbon (Allium Cepa) is a popular, heirloom spring onion variety, known for its long, white stems and bright green tops. There is an onion variety for every time of the year, so gardeners can always have a fresh crop of this essential cooking item. For winter production ensure that a short day variety such as Texas Grano is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong mild green onion. Vigorous and easy to grow. Day length neutral. Spring Lisbon is a hardy and reliable variety.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e It has a mild, sweet flavour with a slight bite, perfect for salads, stir-fries, and garnishes Perfect for container growing and can be tucked into mixed containers or beds.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIdeal for succession sowing and container gardening, it’s a reliable choice for continuous harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"body-text\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsect Repellant \u0026amp; Pollinator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"905\" data-start=\"879\"\u003eNatural pest deterrent\u003c\/strong\u003e – known to \u003cstrong data-end=\"958\" data-start=\"917\"\u003erepel aphids, carrot fly, and beetles\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a valuable border plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"935\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFlowering plants (if left to bolt) can attract pollinators and beneficial insects, aiding biodiversity in mixed gardens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary \u0026amp; Medicinal Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCommon in\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003esalads, omelettes, Asian cuisine, garnishes, and braai accompaniments.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTraditionally used for clearing sinuses and aiding digestion in natural remedies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhances Growth of Certain Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHelps \u003cstrong\u003ereduce competition \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003eencourages healthy soil \u003c\/strong\u003einteractions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCompatible with root and leafy crops like carrots , lettuce and beets.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImproves Flavour of Neighbouring Crops\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"761\" class=\"\"\u003eOnions can slightly improve the \u003cstrong data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eflavour (terpene profile)\u003c\/strong\u003e of nearby vegetables like tomatoes, strawberries and beets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood source of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1425\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003evitamin C, vitamin K, folate\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1447\" data-start=\"1431\"\u003eantioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eprebiotic fibre (inulin) which supports gut health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1316\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLow in calories but high in\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eflavour-enhancing compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1635\" data-start=\"1618\"\u003eQuick-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e and ideal for continuous harvests through succession sowing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTolerates a wide range of soil types and climates.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1316\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSuitable for container growing, making it ideal for patios and urban spaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnion Spring White Lisbon flourishes under the following conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason\u003c\/strong\u003e: Year Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\u003cspan\u003e5-30°C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerminate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7-14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3x3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60-70 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30-45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: Late Spring\/Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers a well drained \u003ca title=\"Substrate\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/category\/soil\/substrate\"\u003esubstrate\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Amendment\" title=\"Amendments\"\u003eamendments\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"Craft Soil\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Craft%20Soil\"\u003epre-made soil\u003c\/a\u003e containing all the necessary base additives; ideal pH between 6.0–7.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRegular, even moisture is essential – avoid letting the soil dry out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUse \u003ca title=\"Flowering Fertiliser\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Flower\"\u003elow-nitrogen organic fertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e to encourage stem growth over leafiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCool to mild temperatures, 10-24°C; tolerates light frost and some heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms best in moderate humidity (50–70%) with good air circulation to prevent rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms well in most regions of South Africa, particularly in mild winters and temperate zones like the Highveld, Eastern Cape, and coastal KwaZulu-Natal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits \u003c\/strong\u003efrom \u003cstrong\u003ebeing planted alongside\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecarrots\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e beets\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elettuce\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003estrawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebroccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecabbage \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003ekale\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntercropping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pair with tomatoes, capsicums, broccoli, or strawberries to deter pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use as companions or rotate after heavy feeders. Perennials (rosemary, thyme, lavender) stay in place longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Rejuvenation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enhance soil microbes; use as borders between cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid planting with beans\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epeas\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003easparagus\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor placement of large orders contact us at: office@greenhouston.co.za \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Houston","offers":[{"title":"0.1g (38 Seeds)","offer_id":46987691884787,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.4g (152 Seeds)","offer_id":46987691917555,"sku":"","price":44.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/OnionSpringWhiteLisbonSingle.png?v=1749197937","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/onion-spring-white-lisbon","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}