Rossa Lunga di Firenze Onion Seeds

Rossa Lunga di Firenze onion seeds offer home gardeners and small-scale farmers a beautiful and flavorful heirloom variety with deep roots in Italian culinary tradition. This elongated, red-skinned onion produces tender, mildly sweet bulbs perfect for slicing raw, grilling, or adding depth to savory dishes. With its unique torpedo shape and striking color, it adds both flavor and visual appeal to garden beds and kitchen tables alike.

Best grown in full sun and loose, fertile soil with good drainage, this short-day variety performs well in warmer climates and can be grown as a spring or fall crop in milder regions. It requires consistent moisture and benefits from regular feeding to support healthy bulb development. Though often enjoyed fresh, Rossa Lunga di Firenze also cures well for short-term storage.

Whether you're expanding your heirloom collection, experimenting with Italian garden staples, or simply looking for a reliable, mild onion, this variety offers versatility, resilience, and historical charm. Start indoors or direct sow depending on your region, and expect a productive crop within 90–100 days.

For more unique heirloom vegetables and onions, browse our full collection of onion and allium seeds.

Onion – Rossa Lunga di Firenze – Allium cepa

Did You Know? This variety has been grown for centuries around Florence and is often featured in Tuscan recipes for its delicate texture and sweet, complex flavor.

Soil Temperature: 60–85°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Germination: 10–14 Days
Height At Maturity: 12"–18"
Days To Maturity: 90–100 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 3"–4"