Allium ampeloprasum var. sectivum
Pearl onion
Common names: Silver onion, Pearl onionette
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Description
Pearl onions are small, white miniature onions that are often pickled as silver onions. They are intentionally kept tiny and round by sowing densely in a lean, sandy soil. When harvested fresh they are used in vinegar, skewers or spicy antipasti.
Care instructions
Sow densely from March in a lean, sandy soil—tight spacing and low nutrients keep the onions small. Water sparingly and avoid fertilizing. Harvest in midsummer when the foliage falls; allow the onions to dry in a well‑ventilated place before pickling or storage.
Companion planting
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