Allium cepa Novista F1

Novista Onion

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Hybrid red onion variety prized for deep purple skin and long storage capacity. High yield with strong disease resistance against downy mildew.
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Plant Details

Common Name Novista Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Genus Allium
Species Cepa
Variety Novista F1
Origin Netherlands
Blooming Grown for bulbs; flowers bolt in second year if not harvested
Leaf Color Dark green cylindrical leaves
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter, pH 6.0-7.0 preferred

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Watering

Regular watering during establishment and bulb swelling, reduce before harvest to prevent rotting

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun exposure required for bulb development, minimum 6 hours daily direct light

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Fertilization

Balanced fertilizer at planting, nitrogen-rich early growth, potassium later for bulb size

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Pruning

Remove flower stalks (bolting) immediately to maintain bulb quality

Pest Control Aphid Cutworm Leaf Miner Onion Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
46° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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