Onion Fernanda

Fernanda

Fernanda is a late maturing, short day onion hybrid which has proven its worth over more than a decade in the Northern onion production area of South Africa. Fernanda is a reliable and versatile variety widely known by growers for its consistent performance under a range of conditions. The variety boast multiple key attributes desired by onion growers such as a vigorous root system, light to medium brown skin colour, flaky skins, strong and healthy foliage/tops, good bulb uniformity and high yield potential.
Fernanda seeds are size graded and treated as standard.

Crop
Onion
Crop Type
Short Day
Subtype
Short day
Storability
12 - 16 weeks
Size
90 - 110 mm and larger
Shape
Globe to grano globe
Colour
Brown
Country
Namibia, South Africa, Zambia
Maturity
Late
Suited for
Fresh market
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