Texas 1015Y Short-Day Onion brings mild, sweet flavor and golden-yellow bulbs to suitable Southern gardens. Enjoy crisp fresh slices on burgers and salads, or cook harvested onions slowly until tender and golden. Its short-day growth habit makes it a practical choice for regions where long-day onions may not bulb well. This packet contains 1000 non-GMO, heirloom seeds.

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Ready to Harvest: Approximately 110 days to maturity. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed harvest date. Planting method, planting date, day length, weather, and growing conditions affect when bulbs are ready.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 12/25. WILL.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 70%

Why Choose Texas 1015Y Onion?

• Mild and sweet: Harvest bulbs for fresh dishes with a pleasant onion flavor that complements sandwiches, salads, and salsa.
• Short-day type: Match this variety to local Southern and warm-region planting schedules for successful bulb formation.
• Kitchen versatility: Use harvested bulbs raw, grilled, roasted, or slowly caramelized.
• Heirloom seed: Grow this non-GMO, heirloom onion from seed and enjoy the journey from small seedlings to a kitchen harvest.

Planting Tips for Success

• Timing: Follow local short-day onion guidance. Seed-starting and transplant dates depend on location; consult your local extension service rather than relying on one planting date for every region.
• Sun: Choose a sunny spot with at least 6–8 hours of direct light where possible.
• Soil: Prepare fertile, loose, well-drained soil and incorporate finished compost.
• Sowing: Sow about 1/4 inch deep and keep the seedbed evenly moist. Transplant sturdy seedlings when local conditions are suitable.
• Spacing: Set transplants approximately 4–6 inches apart with room between rows for weeding and harvesting.
• Water: Keep moisture even during active growth, then reduce watering as tops fall near harvest.
• Feeding: Feed according to soil needs and fertilizer-label guidance during leafy growth; avoid excessive nitrogen as bulbs begin to swell.
• Support and care: Bulb onions generally do not need staking. Weed gently around their shallow roots and avoid piling soil over developing bulbs.
• Harvest: Use the approximate 110-day maturity as a planning guide, then judge readiness by the plants. Lift bulbs when tops naturally fall and begin drying.
• Curing: Cure harvested bulbs in a dry, shaded, airy location. Keep damaged bulbs separate and use them first.

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh slices: Add harvested bulbs to sandwiches, burgers, salads, and salsa for sweet crunch.
• Caramelizing: Cook thin slices slowly until golden and soft for a flavorful topping.
• Grilling: Brush thick slices with oil and grill to bring out their sweetness.
• Soups and stews: Use chopped onion as a savory base for broth, chili, and other home-cooked meals.

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Nutritional Information

Approximate reference for 1 medium raw harvested onion bulb (about 110 grams), not the planting seeds. Values are general onion references, not a variety-specific analysis.

• Calories: Approximately 44.
• Total Fat: Approximately 0.1 gram (0% Daily Value).
• Sodium: Approximately 4 milligrams (0% Daily Value).
• Total Carbohydrate: Approximately 10.3 grams (4% Daily Value).
• Dietary Fiber: Approximately 1.9 grams (7% Daily Value).
• Total Sugars: Approximately 4.7 grams.
• Protein: Approximately 1.2 grams.
• Vitamin C: Approximately 7.4 milligrams (8% Daily Value).
• Vitamin B6: Approximately 0.1 milligram (9% Daily Value).
• Potassium: Approximately 161 milligrams (3% Daily Value).

Values vary with bulb size, growing conditions, and preparation.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Bulb size, flavor, maturity, and performance vary with planting dates, climate, soil, moisture, and care.
• Seed Storage: Store unused seeds in a cool, dry location away from heat and moisture; onion seed viability can decline with age.
• Planting Zones: Follow local short-day onion guidance; the right timing depends on your location.

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Skillet-Caramelized Texas 1015Y Onions

Serves: 4 as a topping. Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 30 to 40 minutes. Use harvested Texas 1015Y onion bulbs, not the seeds in the packet.

Ingredients

• 2 large harvested Texas 1015Y onions, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 2 to 3 tablespoons water, as needed
• Optional: 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Peel and thinly slice the onions. Heat the olive oil and butter in a wide skillet over medium-low heat.
2. Add the onions and salt. Cook slowly, stirring every few minutes, for 30 to 40 minutes until deeply golden and soft. Lower the heat if they brown too quickly.
3. Add a tablespoon of water whenever browned bits collect on the pan; stir to loosen them without burning the onions.
4. If using balsamic vinegar, stir it in during the final minute. Season to taste and serve warm on burgers, sandwiches, roasted vegetables, or toast.

Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use within 3 to 4 days.

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