Forrest

Variety

Forrest

Approved Data

created by Svenja at 24.04.2021

Features

Growth habit

Winter variety

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

J

A

S

O

N

D

Description

Hardy. Uniform, thick, medium-length, firm shanks. Thick-fleshed, dark, blue-green leaves. Yielding. With late sowing and planting dates, can be harvested as late as early May, just before flowering. Germination after 15-20 days at 16-20°C/61-68°F.

F1 Hybrid

Frostproof

Growing tips

Sunny or partial shade place. Needs abundant fertilization. The numerous roots aerate the soil, buried crop residues make it valuable for soil health. Plant out 4-6 weeks after emergence. Harden off beforehand if necessary. In very cold temperatures in winter, possibly cover with a fleece.

Details

Light requirement

Semi-shaded

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

High

Plant distance

15 cm

Row spacing

50 cm

Seeding depth

1 cm

Diseases

Grey mold

Pests

Nematodes

Onion fly

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