{"product_id":"pelleted-seed-onion-long-day-talon-4-non-gmo-organic-hybrid-seed-sizes-available","title":"Pelleted Seed Onion Long Day Talon 4 Non-GMO, Organic, Hybrid Seed Sizes Available","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow a harvest for your kitchen and storage shelf with \u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eTalon Long-Day Onion\u003c\/strong\u003e. This non-GMO hybrid produces medium-large, blocky globes with thick, clean skins suited to long storage when properly grown, cured and stored. Upright plants produce a high percentage of marketable bulbs, and the onions offer excellent flavor for cooking. Choose \u003cstrong\u003e60, 80, 100 or 200 pelleted seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatch the onion to your location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Talon is a long-day variety adapted to approximately 42° to 50° latitude. It is suitable for drier climates and has also performed well in supplier trials in Maine. Follow regional planting guidance rather than expecting full-size bulbs in southern Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #006400; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGermination Rate: 90%. Test Date: 08\/26. JSS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #006400; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 70%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose Talon Onions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, clean skins help prepare properly cured bulbs for long storage; keeping quality varies with growing and storage conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful bulb size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-large, blocky globes provide generous portions for everyday cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpright growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants produce a high percentage of marketable bulbs under suitable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring savory onion flavor to soups, roasted dishes and sautéed vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasier seed placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pellets make small seeds easier to see, handle and space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntermediate pink root resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resistance can help under disease pressure but does not mean immunity or replace good growing practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan for day length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose Talon where long summer days support bulbing within its approximately 42° to 50° latitude adaptation. Follow your regional onion calendar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart early:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors approximately 8 to 12 weeks before your local transplant window, or direct sow where the growing season allows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow shallowly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant approximately 1\/4 inch deep in fine seed-starting mix or prepared soil. Keep moisture even while pellets soften and seedlings emerge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvide space:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set established seedlings approximately 4 to 6 inches apart. Avoid deeply burying the neck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun and soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun and fertile, well-drained soil enriched with mature compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater and fertilize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently without waterlogging. Feed according to soil-test results and fertilizer-label directions; avoid excessive late nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport and harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staking is unnecessary. Allow tops to fall naturally as bulbs mature, then harvest when conditions permit drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCure for storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry mature bulbs in a sheltered, well-ventilated place until necks and outer skins are dry. Store only sound, cured bulbs in cool, dry, ventilated conditions and inspect regularly for decay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat Are Pelleted Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA coating gives seeds a more uniform shape for easier handling and spacing. Keep the seedbed evenly moist while pellets soften; pelleting does not guarantee emergence. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-pelleted-seeds\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLearn more about pelleted seeds.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast wedges until tender with browned edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently cook chopped onions as a flavorful base for everyday meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaramelized:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slowly cook slices, stirring regularly, for a rich topping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups and stews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add diced onions early in cooking to build savory depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrder Talon Pelleted Onion Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eChoose your packet size and plan a flavorful storage-onion harvest for your northern garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvested produce:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrition refers to edible onion bulbs, not planting seeds or coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety-specific analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verified serving-based nutrient amounts and % Daily Value figures for Talon onions are not available in this listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNutrient content varies with growing conditions, serving size and preparation. No variety-specific nutrient figures are claimed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulb size, shape, maturity, yield and storage life vary with latitude, weather, soil, curing and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate resistance to pink root does not guarantee disease-free plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Seed Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saved seed from hybrid plants does not reliably reproduce the parent variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep pellets cool, dry and away from sunlight. Planting seeds and coating are not for consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Day length and local planting calendars are essential for onion selection; hardiness zones alone do not establish suitability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\"\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThyme-Roasted Talon Onion Wedges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse harvested Talon onion bulbs, not the contents of the seed packet. Serves 4 as a side. Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 35 to 45 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 1\/2 pounds harvested Talon onions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or 1\/3 teaspoon dried thyme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat oven to 400°F. Rinse onions, remove papery skins, trim the dry root ends and cut into similar-sized wedges, retaining a little clean base to help hold layers together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss wedges with olive oil, thyme, salt and pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange in one layer on a rimmed baking sheet, with a cut side against the pan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast for 35 to 45 minutes, turning carefully after approximately 20 minutes, until tender with browned edges. Check smaller wedges early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish with optional lemon juice, adjust seasoning and serve warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRecipe Tips and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep wedges similar in size for even cooking. If edges brown before centers soften, cover loosely with foil for part of the cooking time. Refrigerate cooked leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Use within 3 to 4 days and reheat leftovers to 165°F. This is a roasted side dish, not a tested canning recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"60 Seeds","offer_id":51149488390401,"sku":"4051JSS-1","price":3.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"80 Seeds","offer_id":51149488423169,"sku":"4051JSS-2","price":3.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":51149488455937,"sku":"4051JSS-3","price":4.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"200 Seeds","offer_id":51149488488705,"sku":"4051JSS-4","price":5.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/pelleted-seed-onion-long-day-talon-cutting-board.png?v=1794515831","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/en-ca\/products\/pelleted-seed-onion-long-day-talon-4-non-gmo-organic-hybrid-seed-sizes-available","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}