Plant onion sets (small bulblets) 3 to 4 months before the time you want to harvest mature bulbs; plant sets 3 to 4 weeks before you want to harvest green onions. Onion seeds are best started indoors: start seeds 4 to 6 weeks before the average last frost date in spring and transplant...
Yes, onions can be grown from seeds. In fact, growing onions from seeds can give you a wider variety of onion types to choose from than if you were to plant onion sets or bulbs. When it comes to choosing a variety of onions to grow, you’ll want to consider whether you want a swe...
When the plants start to yellow then it is the right time to harvest the bulb onions. The ripening process can be induced by breaking the tops of the onions. It is best to harvest the onions prior to producing flower stalks. On the other hand, you can only harvest the green onion as...
When to plant onions Some onion varieties can be planted in autumn for an early summer harvest, but the bulbs may rot in heavy, wet soils. The best time to plant onion sets is in early to mid-spring. Onions need a rich, fertile neutral or alkaline soil in full sun. To prepare the ...
Harvest immediately or cover with row cover or a cold frame to extend their season. Too Much or Not Enough Water The watering dance can be a delicate process. Too little water will result in dried out, crispy leaves while too much can result in a soggy onion with limp leaves. Keep in ...
Derrick wrote: "Thank you for the reply on the letter I sent to you on Feb the 8th on prayer plants this was very useful.I am writing today to see if you can direct me to a type of onion said to be a Chinese type that you set in the fall and harvest in late spring or early...
Used in countless recipes and one of the best vegetables for long storage, onion are a great way to enjoy the fruits of your labor throughout the entire year.
To grow more tomatoes over the length of a season. To keep plant leaves and fruits off the ground and away from pests, insect damage, and fungal disease. To keep plants smaller and more compact. Allow tomatoes on the plant at the end of the season to ripen before the first frost.Best...
To harvest, snip them off with a pair of scissors or gently pull them away from the plant. I use my fingernails to pinch them off. Find more tips on harvesting garden peas here. Preserving ‘Wando’ peas freeze particularly well. Shell and wash them, and then lay them out in a single...
Chives are cool-season, cold-tolerant perennials best planted in early to mid-spring for an early summer harvest. Be mindful when planting this herb, as it will take over your garden if the flowers are allowed to develop fully (the flowers scatter the seeds). However, this plant is easy ...