Cochrane Old Time

Purple-red, spindle-shaped bulbs. White flesh. Bulbs most commonly have one or two growing centers. Bulbs measure 3.5-4.5" long; 2-2.5" wide; and weigh 4-8 oz. Bulbs are very flavorful when cooked. Raw, they are very pungent and slightly bitter. Good storage onion. Given to SSE by Owen Nelson who received the variety when he lived in Cochrane, WI during the 1980s. It was given to him by a friend of a friend and at that time it was only grown by about "a half a dozen old-timers" in Cochrane. Nelson indicated it is a good winter keeper. SSE Accession # 114308