Category: Vegetables

Onions have surprisingly good cooling powers. In addition to their cooling effects, onion juice is actually very effective at treating heat stroke and cooling sunburned skin when it’s applied externally. Is raw onion heat or cold? Keep you cool Onions are quite popular during the hot season as it has cooling properties. It contains volatile […]

As onion seedlings get older, they also get longer and grow more leaves. It’s normal for the first leaves to die out, and even for the tips of older leaves to brown a little. The taller they get, the harder it is to support their own weight, so they tend to bend from the middle […]

Sowing, transplanting and harvesting timings of onion in different regions of India Season Time of seed sowing 1. Early Kharif 2. Kharif 3. Rabi Feb.-April May-June Sept.-Oct. Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, UP and Bihar 1. Kharif 2. Rabi June-July Oct.-Nov. West Bengal and Orissa Which is the best month to sow onion seeds? springOnion seeds can […]

Onion seeds do not need light to germinate, but they prefer a thin layer of soil covering them. According to the University of California Extension, the ideal soil temperature for onion seed germination is 65 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit (18 to 29 degrees Celsius). Why won’t my onion seeds germinate? If your onion seeds got […]

You should notice new roots within a few days, with several small roots within one week. Change the water daily or every other day so it doesn’t become dirty. How fast do onions grow in water? add 1” of water to the jar. set in a warm, sunny spot. every few days, change the water […]

Hi Robyn, yes, you can still eat spring onions once they go to seed, use them as you would an onion or spring onion. Snip the foliage back of those that have gone to seed to remove the flower, this will stop all of the plants energies going into the flower. Can you eat overgrown […]

around four months. Onions require 90-100 days to mature from seed, which is around four months. From sets, onions are ready to harvest after around 80 days, or just under three months. How long does it take onion to be ready for harvest? 100 to 120 daysBulb onion harvest time can begin when onion tops […]

Spring Onion Benefits Prevents Cold And Flu. As it has antibacterial and antiviral properties, it is an excellent medicine to treat viral and flu infections. Aids in Digestion. Reduces Risk of Cancer. Lowers blood sugar levels. Good For Your Eye. Keeps Your Heart Healthy. Boosts Immunity. Prevents Stomach Complications. What are the benefit of onions […]

4-8 seeds. Decide how many seeds to plant – Onion seeds often do not have a 100% germination rate, especially older ones. They can be planted in clusters and are easy to separate or thin out later. So for best results, plant 4-8 seeds per hole. Sow the seeds – They’re small, so plant them […]

ANSWER: Not only can you eat the green tops of onions—the flowers of your onion plants are edible, too. So don’t throw out these tasty parts of your garden’s onions. Both the green tops of sprouted onions and the flowers impart an oniony flavor that’s milder than the onion bulb but more pungent than scallion […]

Position. Sun or partial shade. How much sun does a spring onion need? full sunSpring onions require full sun and well-cultivated fertile soil. Refer to our Planting Calendar for when to plant spring onions in your region. Like building a house a good foundation is the key to success in your garden. The better the […]

Onion seeds germinate at temperatures above 40°F; the optimum soil temperature is 75°F. If seeds are planted too early, cooler air and soil temperatures will delay germination and emergence (15- to 25-day requirement), and cause seedling growth to slow. Why won’t my onion seeds germinate? If your onion seeds got too cold, they won’t come […]

Grow Red Onions From Roots Buy a firm red onion at the grocery store and slice off about 2 inches on the bottom — the section where you see roots growing. Place the root end in a shallow dish of water so that the top of the onion slice is above water. Alternatively, suspend it […]

It’s easy to recognise a bolting onion. The plant shoots up a solid stem and a flower pod appears at the top. This soon produces a globe-like flower and, shortly after pollination, seeds form. Can I eat onions that have bolted? Dig up any onions that produce a flower stem. Once they start to set […]

Success in Harvesting Onions Rich soil, consistent moisture and cool temperatures help bulb development. It’s best to create hills for onions that are to be used for green onions but do not hill those to be used for bulbs. Do onions like wet or dry soil? Onions are shallow-rooted and require constant moisture for good […]

Green onions do not need to be replanted each year. They will survive the winter in most hardiness zones and be edible until they begin to produce flowers in the early spring. How cold can green onions tolerate? Onions can withstand frosts and moderate freezes, but you must shield them from hard freezes — that […]

You can harvest the green tops of the spring onion at any time of their growth, leaving the bulb intact. The onions will continue to grow and re-sprout more green tops. Does spring onion grow after cutting? Cut the spring onions about two to three centimetres from the root. Use up the stems in whatever […]

Spring onions require full sun and well-cultivated fertile soil. Refer to our Planting Calendar for when to plant spring onions in your region. Like building a house a good foundation is the key to success in your garden. The better the soil, the better your plants will grow. Can you grow spring onions in shade? […]

Spring onions need to be well watered throughout their growth. This is because of their short root length. By keeping them well watered, you sustain them to ensure they produce the best quality crops. Even during cold but dry periods throughout winter. Do spring onions grow better in soil or water? Spring onions prefer a […]

Plant the sets 2cm (¾in) deep in drills or gently push them into loose soil, so the tip is just showing at the surface. Space them 5–10cm (2–4in) apart, in rows 25–30cm (10–12in) apart. Firm the soil around them and water well. Can you plant onions too deep? Set the bulbs with the point end […]