How to Grow Red Burgundy Onion
Allium cepa 'Red Burgundy'
Your complete guide to growing Red Burgundy Onion.
📷 Wikipedia: OnionWhen to Plant Red Burgundy Onion
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | August – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | August – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | July – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | July – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | July – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | June – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | May – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | May – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | April – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | April – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | April – December |
Companion Plants for Red Burgundy Onion
✓ Good companions
Onions repel cabbage worms, flea beetles, and other crucifer pests
Onions repel carrot flies while carrots help break up soil for onion bulb development
Onions provide pest protection without competing for space due to different root depths
Both plants repel similar pests, creating a strong pest deterrent zone
Onions deter aphids and other soft-bodied insects that damage pepper plants
Onions repel aphids, thrips, and may help prevent black spot and other fungal diseases
Onions repel slugs, aphids, and other strawberry pests while conserving space
Onions deter aphids, hornworms, and other tomato pests while improving tomato flavor
✗ Keep away from
Onions can inhibit asparagus growth and both compete for similar soil nutrients
Onions can inhibit bean growth and nitrogen fixation by their roots
Allelopathic compounds from onions can stunt pea growth and reduce yields
Both plants can inhibit each other's growth when planted too closely together
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
