Proper Time to Harvest
With our customers in the south nearing harvest, we wanted to provide a refresher on when it’s time to harvest. One way you will know your onions are nearing harvest is by keeping track of the number of leaves on your onion plants. While 13 is…
Ideal Size of Your Onion Plants
Every season, many customers contact us regarding plant size. Optimal plant size at the time of transplanting is about that of a pencil, ≈1 cm or slightly less than ½ inch in diameter, which usually translates to the plant having 4 leaves. If an onion…
Bolting: Causes and Prevention
Bolting in Alliums Bolting can be a problem with onions, leeks, and related species, and generally occurs in response to cold weather stress. Sustained temperatures of less than 45° F may result in bolting with as few as five leaves present. If the temperature falls…
Harvesting Tips
How Do I Know When My Onions Are Ready? Onions are officially ready to harvest when the tops turn yellow or brown and fall over. Some of your plants may grow the maximum number of leaves: 13. At this point, you need to stop watering…
Harvesting and Curing Tips
Harvesting Onions are officially ready to harvest when the tops turn yellow or brown and fall over. Be sure to stop watering once you see the tops falling over. Watering during this time can decrease your storage potential. Keep in mind that the last thing…