{"product_id":"plant-set-onion-candy-50-plants-preorder","title":"Plant Set Onion Intermediate Day Candy — 50 Hybrid Plants — Preorder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePREORDER: Expected to begin shipping around November 18, 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #ec1818;\"\u003eFREE SHIPPING on plant sets only.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow \u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eCandy intermediate-day onions\u003c\/strong\u003e for sweet flavor and a rewarding homegrown harvest. Candy is one of our most popular and recommended varieties, especially for gardeners who have struggled with onions before. Its strong root system and disease resistance help it establish in the garden. Picture pulling your own mature bulbs, slicing them for a fresh sandwich, or slowly caramelizing them into a golden skillet topping. Each package contains \u003cstrong\u003e50 young onion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e for planting, not seeds or harvested bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow, Globe Shape, Sweet, Hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermediate Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize Potential: 6″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage Potential: 3 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDays to Harvest: 90-100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose Candy Onion Plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 plants per package:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start your onion patch with young plants rather than sowing seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy harvested Candy onions fresh in salads and sandwiches or cooked into savory dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong establishment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candy is known for its strong root system and disease resistance, although no variety is immune to growing problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntermediate-day variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candy is an intermediate-day onion, not a long-day variety. It performs across many onion-growing regions, but the southernmost short-day areas and northernmost long-day areas may be less suitable. Match your planting schedule to local conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly planting in northern regions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant as early as local conditions safely allow so plants have time to develop before bulbing.\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\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow local extension guidance for intermediate-day onion transplants and plant promptly after arrival. The shipping estimate is not a universal planting date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun and soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun and loose, fertile, well-drained soil. Raised beds can help where drainage is poor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting and spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set roots into the soil with the growing point above ground. Space plants approximately 4–6 inches apart, leaving room between rows for tending.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain even moisture during active growth without waterlogging the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertilize according to soil needs and label directions; avoid excessive nitrogen as bulbs swell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weed gently around shallow roots and avoid piling soil over developing bulbs. Staking is generally unnecessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest and curing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when tops naturally fall and begin drying. Cure bulbs in a dry, protected, well-ventilated location until necks and outer skins are dry. Store with good airflow and remove soft or damaged bulbs promptly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eExplore Our Onion Blogs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/planting-and-growing-onions\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting and Growing Onions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Read our garden experiences and tips on soil, spacing, harvesting, and curing. This article also covers growing from seed; the product here is young plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/onion-daylength\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnion Daylength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Explore why daylength matters when choosing onions for your region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/plant-onions-in-the-fall\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Onions In The Fall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Learn about fall planting, with Texas 1015Y examples. Those variety-specific dates are not a Candy planting schedule for every location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/onion-colors-what-is-the-difference\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnion Colors: What is the Difference?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Explore onion colors and their uses in the kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/calories-in-an-onion\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories in an Onion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Read more about harvested onions and the different onion types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\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\u003eFresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice harvested Candy onion bulbs for burgers, salads, and sandwiches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalad dressings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely mince or blend harvested onions into homemade dressings for sweet onion flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaramelized:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slowly cook sliced harvested Candy onions until tender and golden for a rich topping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled or roasted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook harvested bulbs alongside vegetables or your favorite main dish to bring out their sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: red; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePreorder Candy Onion Plants Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: red; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eReserve your package of 50 plants for $14.96 with free shipping on plant sets only. Expected shipping begins around November 18, 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral reference for one medium raw harvested onion bulb (about 110 grams), not the young plants supplied for planting. Values are not a Candy-specific analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalories: Approximately 44.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Carbohydrate: Approximately 10.3 grams (4% Daily Value).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDietary Fiber: Approximately 1.9 grams (7% Daily Value).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein: Approximately 1.2 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eValues are approximate and vary with bulb size and growing conditions. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.\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, flavor, maturity, and performance vary with climate, planting dates, soil, moisture, and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLive Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e This package contains 50 plants for planting, not a seed packet or harvested onions. Plan to plant promptly after arrival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose planting dates for your local climate and intermediate-day onion-growing guidance. Candy may be less suitable in the southernmost short-day and northernmost long-day areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreorder Timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shipping is expected to begin around November 18, 2026; this is an estimate, not a guaranteed delivery date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSkillet-Caramelized Candy Onions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn your harvested Candy onions into a rich, golden topping for burgers, sandwiches, or roasted vegetables. Use mature harvested onion bulbs, not the young plants supplied for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 as a topping. \u003cstrong\u003ePrep:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 minutes. \u003cstrong\u003eCook:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35–50 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 large harvested Candy onion bulbs, peeled and thinly sliced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly ground black pepper, to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2–4 tablespoons water, as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat olive oil and butter in a wide skillet over medium-low heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd sliced onions and salt. Stir to coat, then spread into an even layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCook gently for 35–50 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until soft and deeply golden. Reduce heat if the onions darken too quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd water a tablespoon at a time whenever browned bits collect on the pan. Stir to loosen them, keeping the onions from scorching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason with pepper and serve warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50781112664321,"sku":"PSCADD","price":16.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/plant-set-onion-intermediate-day-candy-cutting-board.png?v=1792331129","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/en-ca\/products\/plant-set-onion-candy-50-plants-preorder","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}