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- Q.Transplanting Onions - Earlier this year (March I think) I turned over a sparse patch of grass. Didn't put compost or anything down ...
- Q.Onions - I seem to have a bulb-like thing on the top part of my onion stems?
- Q.How Do You Grow Onions? - How do you grow onions?
- Q.Things Growing In My Soil Pot Beside My Onion Bulbs - Planted onion bulbs about 3 weeks ago. I have them in a container in the house at the window. Other ...
- Q.When Should I Harvest Onions - When should I harvest onions?
- Q.When Do You Take Up Multiplying Onions To Save For Next Year - I live in NW Arkansas area and I have grown some multiplying green onions. They are beautiful but we are ...
- Q.How To Store Onions For The Winter - How to store onions for the winter.
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walrus on
June 28, 2012Q.Transplanting onions
Earlier this year (March I think) I turned over a sparse patch of grass. Didn't put compost or anything down but planted some onion sets as an experiment. They seem to grow OK but the leaves are a bit spindly and floppy. However, I have recently acquired a plot on the local allotment, which has wonderful soil. Can I transplant the onions into my plot??? Thanks in advance Walrus p. s. I live in the Manchester area of the U. K.
Answered by
Nikki on
June 28, 2012
Certified ExpertA.You can, but just make sure to do so carefully and ensure they get plenty of water.
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- Asked by
debbieprice on
June 30, 2012Q.onions
I seem to have a bulb-like thing on the top part of my onion stems?
- Answered by
Nikki on
July 1, 2012
Certified ExpertA.These are seed pods. Pinch them off. It will force the plant to focus more energy on the bulb and help it grow larger. You can also plant them if desired. Generally, the pods house the onion seeds and are normally dried to remove and grow these seeds. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/collecting-onion-seeds.htm
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patriceshaver on
July 7, 2012Q.how do you grow onions?
How do you grow onions?
- Answered by
Nikki on
July 7, 2012
Certified ExpertA.This article should help you get started: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/find-how-to-grow-onions-in-your-garden.htm
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Margaret447 on
July 10, 2012Q.things growing in my soil pot beside my onion bulbs
Planted onion bulbs about 3 weeks ago. I have them in a container in the house at the window. Other things have started to grow in the soil. They have stems about 2" and a top like a mushroom, and when I touch them they just stick to my hand.
- Answered by
Nikki on
July 10, 2012
Certified ExpertA.It's likely a fungus of some sort. This article will help you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/getting-rid-of-mushrooms-growing-in-houseplant-soil.htm
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theficuswrangler on
July 12, 2012A.I've had good luck getting rid of mushrooms simply by digging them up with a spoon as soon as they appear. Try scraping off the top 2 or 3 inches of soil and replacing it with sand. And don't use any more of that soil, it was probably contaminated. Also, mushrooms thrive in moist conditions, so double check your watering, and put the pot where it gets more light, if you can. And be sure to wash your hands if you touch the things, they may may be poisonous. I would not recommend fungicide.
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dhrs11 on
July 19, 2012Q.when should I harvest onions
When should I harvest onions?
- Answered by
Nikki on
July 19, 2012
Certified ExpertA.Once the tops begin to lay over, usually by late summer, the onions are ready to be lifted. They should begin yellowing as well, but you can go ahead and harvest some now, if desired, and once the tops become yellow, you can harvest the remaining onions.
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trying2gardengal on
July 30, 2012Q.when do you take up multiplying onions to save for next year
I live in NW Arkansas area and I have grown some multiplying green onions. They are beautiful but we are going to move soon and I would like to take the sets with me. When is the right time to harvest and how do I prepare them for next spring's garden. I am just learning but want to make sure I do the right thing. Thanks so much for the help in advance.
- Answered by
Nikki on
July 31, 2012
Certified ExpertA.Harvest mature onions when their tops turn yellow and begin to topple. Loosen the soil around each bulb and pull or dig it up carefully to prevent damage. You can then use the following article to help with storing them for next year:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/how-to-store-onion-sets-storing-onions-for-planting.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Chicago on
August 15, 2012Q.How to Store Onions for the Winter
How to store onions for the winter.
- Answered by
Nikki on
August 16, 2012
Certified ExpertA.This article can help with storing suggestions: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/onion/storing-onions.htm
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