Onion Shakespeare (Autumn planting) The Onion Shakespeare (Autumn planting) is a fantastic variety of onions, it is perfect for planting in the Autumn and produces superb skin quality. Onion Shakespeare is known for its over-wintering qualities along with great storage potential throughout British weather conditions. Allium cepa is ideal for growing in a kitchen garden, it will enjoy thriving in a sunny spot and likes a spacious area to develop. Ready to harvest in June and July, you will notice that your Onion Shakespeare (Autumn planting) grows a deeper brown skin tone than other onions. They are intense in flavour and make great additions to soups, chutneys and warming winter dishes.