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08 Jul 16, Andrew (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

is it possible for me to grow onion in summer and which variety of onion can strive better

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17 Oct 16, nompumelelo (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)

what is the best growing season for onions in KwaZulu Natal, South africa e.g feb-march? and ehat are the heat unit requirements

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19 Nov 16, Atholl Selkirk (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

Where can I purchase onion sets in South Africa, Gauteng?

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18 Mar 17, irene (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)

every i plant onion they dont come out what can i do plss help or tips.

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21 Mar 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

Onions are generally fairly easy to germinate. They need to be planted about 3 times their diameter with soil. A good way to do this is to sprinkle the seed over a small area that has been broken up and is very fine then cover with some more fine soil. Keep the soil damp but not wet. When the seedlings emerge they will be very fine like a needle. keep them damp but not wet as they may get fungus problems. A spot that gets some sunshine and a bit of airflow is good. They will take about 4-6 weeks before they are ready to transplant into rows in the garden. They will take about 6 months to be ready to harvest and store (when the tops flop over and start to dry). I hope this helps. Don't hesitate to ask questions, we are here to help.

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22 Apr 17, Keikantseng (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

I an staying in Taunton village in North west province. Can I plant onion in April?

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23 Apr 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

Yes you can. Long Keeping varieties can be sown now.

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07 May 17, jimmy (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)

may sell them while they're still green?

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07 May 17, (Australia - sub-tropical climate)

Hello Jimmy, We need a bit more information. Do you want to sell the onions while they are small or when they are larger, before the tops die down. You can sell or eat onions at any stage but if the tops have not died down they will not keep very long.

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08 Jul 17, thulani (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

Hi, i would like to plant onions in mpumalanga and my area were I live its cold mostly when its rains its pours. So can my onions grow very well in such environment?

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