Onion

The onions are underground and tolerate cold weather. However, a layer of mulch is helpful for overwintering onions in cold, northern climates. You can also… Read More »How Do You Take Care Of Winter Onions?

Flowering and Bulb Quality When an onion flowers, often referred to as bolting, the bulbs are still edible, but quality of the bulbs as an… Read More »Can You Eat Onion Bulbs?

You’ll want to plant them in a sunny spot during the fall after the temperatures have cooled. Mix some organic compost into the soil, then… Read More »How Do You Plant Winter Onion Bulbs?

The onion sets look like small bulbs and are sold at gardening stores; once they mature, they develop into a full-size bulb. Choose onion sets… Read More »How Do You Choose An Onion Set?

24 hours. Soaking the sets in compost tea will give them added nutrition and protection from disease. Fill a large bowl halfway with compost tea.… Read More »How Long Do You Soak Onion Sets Before Planting?

Sets are dormant bulbs that can be planted directly into the ground. Onion sets should be planted 1 to 2 inches deep and 2 to… Read More »How Do You Start Off Onion Sets?

one onion. For those who haven’t grown onion sets or seeds before one question is often asked – how many onions grow from an onion… Read More »How Many Onions Do You Get From One Set?

If you’re starting your onions indoors, prepare a large container with potting soil and dig in a slow-release fertilizer to help roots get a good… Read More »How Do You Plant Onion Sets In Pots?

100-130 onion sets per pound; 16-20 shallot sets per pound. How many onions do you get from a set? one onionFor those who haven’t grown… Read More »How Many Onions Are In A Pound Of Onion Sets?

Approx. 100-130 onion sets per pound; 16-20 shallot sets per pound. How many onions will I get from one bulb? one onionOne bulb will produce… Read More »How Many Onions Are In A Lb Of Bulbs?