Category: Vegetables

Plant onion seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before transplanting them outside just before the average last frost date in your area. Seeds should be sown ¼ inch deep. Onions require an open and sunny site, fertile soil, and good drainage. Can onion sets be started indoors? Onions are easy to grow and don’t take up much […]

Common Household Vegetables like Garlic and Onion These vegetables are also effective for keeping pigeons away because their scent and taste are displeasing for them. Using garlic and onion as a deterrent is rather simple and effective. Can pigeons eat onions? Onions contain sulfur compounds that, when chewed, can irritate the lining of a bird’s […]

Avoid foods in the onion family such as leeks, chives and onions because eating these foods could cause blood abnormalities. A good amount of “other” vegetables (non leafy greens) to feed your rabbit would be about 1 tablespoon per 2 lbs of body weight per day in one meal or divided into two or more. […]

Pest Deterrent Planting Onions naturally deter many pests, and they are a great organic alternative to using pesticides in the garden. They repel everything from aphids, Japanese beetles, flea beetles, carrot flies, and bean beetles to rabbits. Can onions be used as insecticide? A garlic and onion spray, for example, is one of the most […]

Onions. The sulfur component in onions keeps bugs at a distance by producing an odor that bugs hate. You can create a DIY natural insect repellent for your garden by combining four bulbs of garlic and a small onion with water in a spray bottle and applying it to your plants. What do onions repel? […]

How Much to Plant (For a Family of Four) Asparagus 40 Plants Perennial Onions 5′ Single Planting Peas 10′ Succession, Spring and Fall Peppers 3 Plants Single Planting Radishes 5′ Succession Plant How many onions do I need for a family of 5? Vegetable Garden Size for a Family Per Person Vegetable Amount Per Person […]

Onions need a sunny, sheltered site with fertile, well drained soil. They do not thrive in acid soils so an application of lime may be beneficial. Is lime good for onions? Lime for onions: Lime for onions raises the soil pH to between 6.0 and 7.0, which is what onions prefer in order to develop […]

Potassium nitrate has the lowest contribution to rootzone salinity as both elements are used in high amounts. Furthermore, it is important to note that onions have a shallow fibrous root system and that generally, especially in sandy soils, up to three topdressings of N and K are recommended for optimum yields. Is potassium good for […]

You can also use straw, grass clippings, or leaves. An added bonus of mulch is that it traps in soil moisture so you’ll need to water less and the soil around your onions won’t dry out as quickly. Mulch your onions with hay to keep down the weeds and trap in moisture. Can I put […]

It’s best to get your onions mulched as soon as possible after planting. It can be difficult to get the mulch around the small onion transplants. I find it easier to wait a couple of weeks until they get bigger and then mulch with a layer of marsh hay. You can also use straw, grass […]

Onions are heavy feeders, so make sure to provide plant food with plenty of nitrogen, phosphorus and ammonium sulfate. A good rule of thumb is to add one cup of equal parts blood meal and bone meal granule fertilizer every 10 feet of row. What is the best fertilizer for onions? Onions require a high […]

Onions that are prone to spoiling have fat necks. The fat necks are due to twin bulbs. What can you do for thick neck onions? Onions that have thick necks still contain green, moist tissue and will not keep in storage. Keep these onions separate and use them first. If you put them into storage […]

What should I NOT plant with onions? Beans (both pole beans and bush beans), peas, and other legumes. Onions can kill the helpful bacteria that grows on bean, pea, and other legume roots, stunting the growth. Asparagus. Sage. Other onion family plants (garlic, leeks, shallots, chives, scallions). What should not be planted with onions? Bad […]

One bulb will produce one onion; it may be harvested early as a scallion or ‘green onion’, or allowed to mature into a full-sized cooking onion. Smaller bulbs (diameter less than dime-sized) will give you more onions if purchased by the pound or scoop, and are less likely to ‘bolt’ (go to seed) prematurely. Are […]

At planting time, mix in some nitrogen fertilizer and, then, side dress every few weeks until bulbing begins. Plant sets or plants no more than 1” deep, 4” – 5” apart, and in rows 12” – 18” apart. Do not replace the soil around bulbs as they emerge. What month do you plant potatoes and […]

Planting onions and garlic together won’t have a drastic impact on either crop but it will have a big impact on those around them as like garlic, onions, chives and other members of the allium family repel many mites and grubs. What can you not plant with garlic and onions? They are antagonistic to some […]

Planting Practices But you should keep certain plants well separated from onions and garlic. They are antagonistic to some garden plants because of chemical or flavor interactions. Avoid planting onions and garlic near beans, peas, sage and asparagus. What plants Cannot be planted with garlic? 6 Plants to Avoid Planting with Garlic Beans. Garlic will […]

Herbs That Make Good Companion Plants for Onions Chamomile. Chamomile is one of the herbs said to boost the growth and flavor of onions when grown nearby. Summer Savory. Summer savory is another herb that may aid onions when used as a companion plant. Dill. Parsley. Mint. What can you not plant with onions? Bad […]

Select a location with full sun, where your onions won’t be shaded by other plants. The more energy they can get from the sunlight, the larger their bulbs can grow. In the fall or early spring, mix aged manure or compost into the soil to improve texture. Ensure there are no rocks or debris. What […]

Cucumber companion planting – with vegetables CARROTS, PARSNIPS, RADISHES and ONIONS are good choices for cucumber companion planting as they do not encroach on each other’s territory. What can you not plant with cucumbers? Plants to Avoid Growing with Cucumbers Brassicas. Plants in the brassica family (like brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, and kohlrabi) have […]