{"product_id":"onion-texas","title":"Onion Texas Grano","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Onion Texas Grano\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e (Allium cepa), also known as Texas Early Grano, is a short-day, heirloom onion variety released in 1944 by Texas A\u0026amp;M University. Renowned for its mild, sweet flavour, it produces large, globe-shaped bulbs with coloured skin and crisp, white flesh. Ideal for southern climates, the perfect sweet onion and is designed for fresh use in salads, salsas, or cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis Vidalia-type onion is \u003cstrong\u003edisease-resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e, stores well, and thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun. It is one of the most popular cultivars for warm climates and performs particularly well in South African regions with mild winters.\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\u003cb\u003eDisease Resistant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Resilient to common onion diseases, reducing crop loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003eMature plants repel \u003c\/strong\u003ecommon garden pests such as aphids, carrot flies, and spider mites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Umbel-type flowers attract beneficial insects (like hoverflies and parasitic wasps) when allowed to flower and bolt.\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\"\u003eExcellent for\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efresh use in salads, salsas, and sandwiches due to its mild sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIdeal for grilling, caramelising, or roasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTraditional \u003cstrong\u003euse \u003c\/strong\u003ein \u003cstrong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eimmune-boosting broths\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003enatural cold remedies\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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\"\u003eRich in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003evitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e, antioxidants (quercetin), and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eorganosulfur compounds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAids in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1597\" data-start=\"1571\"\u003eblood sugar regulation\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1633\" data-start=\"1602\"\u003eanti-inflammatory responses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eprebiotic fibres that support healthy digestion.\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 Early-maturing (faster than many long-day varieties).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProduces uniform, large bulbs under correct day-length and soil conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms reliably across diverse South African growing zones.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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 Texas Grano 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: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e15-20°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: 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5x20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 180-240 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30-60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spring\/Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun (6+ hours daily)\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\"\u003eFertile, well-drained loam or sandy soil enriched with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/mushroom-compost\" title=\"Mushroom Compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e. Ideal pH: 6.0–6.8.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eConsistent moisture – keep evenly moist during bulb development; avoid overwatering in final stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Vegetative\" title=\"Vegetative Fertilisers\"\u003e High nitrogen\u003c\/a\u003e early on, then switch to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Flower\" title=\"Flowering Fertiliser\"\u003ephosphorus and potassium\u003c\/a\u003e for bulb formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms well in low to moderate humidity (40–60%); ensure airflow to prevent fungal issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBest suited for mild winter regions of South Africa – Western Cape, parts of Gauteng, and Highveld areas. Avoid heavy rainfall areas during bulbing.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eElevated beds or open fields with good drainage, avoiding areas prone to standing water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePair with carrots, lettuce, tomatoes, or chamomile to repel pests and enhance growth; avoid beans or peas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003ebeing planted alongside\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e carrots\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebeetroot\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elettuce\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecabbage\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003etomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid planting with peas\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebeans\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003easparagus\u003c\/strong\u003e – may inhibit their growth.\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 (22 Seeds)","offer_id":46984774451443,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.4g (88 Seeds)","offer_id":46984774484211,"sku":"","price":44.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/OnionTexasGranoSingle.png?v=1749204958","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/onion-texas","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}