Barletta Onion Seeds

Barletta Onion (Allium cepa) is a classic Italian heirloom prized for its small, perfectly round white bulbs and exceptionally sweet, mild flavor. Often called the "Pickling Onion," Barletta has long been considered the gold standard for home pickling, producing uniform pearl-sized onions that are as attractive as they are delicious. Beyond pickling, these crisp little onions are excellent fresh, roasted whole, or served alongside gourmet meals, making Barletta one of the most versatile onions a gardener can grow.

Introduction

Barletta has delighted gardeners for generations with its dependable harvests of beautiful snow-white bulbs. The compact plants mature quickly and produce dozens of perfectly shaped onions that require little trimming or preparation. While famous for homemade pickled onions, Barletta is equally enjoyable harvested young as green onions or allowed to mature into sweet pearl onions that add elegance to countless recipes.

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Barletta offers a crisp texture and remarkably mild, sweet flavor with very little sharpness. It is the premier choice for pickling, but is also outstanding roasted whole, glazed, grilled, creamed, or added to stews and vegetable dishes. Young plants may be harvested as scallions, while mature pearl onions make elegant additions to holiday meals and gourmet recipes.

Growing Information

Barletta grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture. It matures quickly and performs well in a wide range of climates. Sow directly in the garden or start indoors for earlier harvests. Closely spaced plants produce the small pearl onions this variety is famous for, while slightly wider spacing allows bulbs to grow somewhat larger.

• Botanical Name: Allium cepa
• Plant Type: Bulb onion
• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days
• Bulb Size: Small pearl onion
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Spacing: 2–4 inches