Red onion is used extensively in all cuisines within India and is a vegetable that truly belongs in your kitchen garden. Low in calories and packed with nutrients like Pyridoxine, Foliate, B Vitamin and antioxidants, red onions are linked with health benefits such as reducing inflammation, reducing high blood pressure and decreasing cholesterol levels.
Lights, Water, Action
Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!
Light
Full Sunlight
Watering
Alternate days (stop 2 weeks before harvest)
Where to grow
Balcony or terrace
Time Till Harvest
8-9 weeks
Seasonal Information
All seasons
Growth stages
One step at a time, with a lil water and light.
Sow the seeds 0.5 cm deep in seedling tray
Germination will take place in 6-8 days
Transplant the seedlings in 30-35 days
Space the seedlings at 15cm by 7cm
Harvest in 100-110 days from sowing
Sow, Grow, Reap
Good things take time and care
Sowing
Red Onion seeds can be sown throughout the year, but it is best grown in winters.
Fill a well-draining seedling tray with cocopeat if you are growing them indoors and fine soil if you are growing them outdoors.
Sow 2-3 onion seeds per cup, take care to not sow it in too deep, and cover it with a light sprinkling of soil. Water immediately with a spray or mist to keep the growing medium moist at all times.
Keep the seedling tray indoors till the seeds germinate. To encourage germination, place the seed tray in a box or cover it with paper for first 4-5 days.
Caring
Once the seeds germinate in 6-8 days, put the uncovered tray in an area with partial sun
From the second week, the seedlings will grow into a plant. At this stage, retain one seedling per cup and trim away the undergrowing ones.
Transplant your seedlings, with the root balls, to larger pots (12 inches or more) or raised beds (3 feet apart) 30-35 days after sowing. The growing medium should be well draining mix of 2 part garden soil & 1 part Organic Manure. Or, 1 part garden soil, 1 part coco-peat & 1 part Vermicompost.
The plants like full winter sun with alternate day of watering near the rots. Also, stop watering Onion plants 2 weeks before harvesting when leaves start to turn yellow.
Feed the plant every 15 days with vermicompost or a balance fertiliser
The onion bulbs will be ready for harvest 110-120 days from sowing. Dry the bulbs before storing
Common Problems
My onion plant is growing but isn’t forming any bulbs. For dumb formation, your plant needs to be healthy and receive sufficient nutrients and water in its growing stages. Make sure you are using a good sowing medium and providing fertilisers whenever necessary and watering your plant regularly. Another reason you onion plant isn’t forming any bulbs is too much nitrogen in the soil. Why are my onion seedlings wilting? Over watering coupled with a soil that is not well drained leads to wilting of seedlings. Make sure you are never over - watering your onion plant. Why are my onion seeds not germinating? A lot of factors like, soil temperature, watering schedule and sunlight affect the germination process of your onion seeds. For example, with cool soil temperatures, your seeds will take longer to germinate. Whereas with warmer soil temperatures your onion seeds will germinate within 6 - 8 days.
Spill the tea
All the plant gossip, through the grapevine. Pun intended
Plants with benefits
Apart from being a delicious addition to your food, onions are a great source of vitamin C, sulphuric compounds, flavonoids, and phytochemicals. Onions are also packed with antioxidants that can help your body fight inflammation. Certain studies have also shown that eating onions can help in reducing your blood sugar levels. Onions are also a good source of probiotics and fibre which can help keep your gut healthy.
What you get
Loaded with flavour and nutrients but low on calories, the red onion is a wonderful vegetable. A medium onion contains as little as 44 calories. Onion do not compensate on nutrients. Onions are high in Vit And B Vitamins like folate and pyridoxine. Onions also are a good source of potassium and fibre.
Green trivia
1.The skin of red onions is used as dye.
2.Onions have been traced back to 5000 B.C. by archaeologists.
3.Onions were worshipped by Egyptians.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I water my onion plant?
Onions do not need too much water. Water your potted Red Onion plant every alternate day in winter.
Should I fertilize my onion plant?
Yes, every 15 days after transplanting your onion plant, apply balanced liquid fertilisers or handful of vermicompost to each plant.
How much sunlight does onion need?
Onions grow well in full sunlight, so choose a location which receives plenty of sunlight.
What is Red Onion also popularly known as in India?
Regionally in India, Red Onion is also known as Pyaaz, kanda, Vaengayam, Savala, Kandaa, Ulligadde.
https://www.ugaoo.com/red-onion-seeds-price-online-india.html?___store=english4068Red Onion Seedshttps://media.ugaoo.com/catalog/product/cache/bf904fa088be7169b4178c352b6a4f7a/r/e/redonion_pkt_2.png73.000000145.000000INRInStock/Seeds/Seeds/Vegetable Seeds/Seeds/Vegetable Seeds/Kitchen Garden Seeds/Seeds/Vegetable Seeds/Indian Essential Vegetables/Seeds/Vegetable Seeds/Salad VeggiesRed Onion requires well maintained soil with compost or other organic matter. Soil has to be moistened until bulbs enlarge. Red onion is used extensively in all cuisines within India and is a vegetable that truly belongs in your kitchen garden. Low in calories and packed with nutrients like Pyridoxine, Foliate, B Vitamin and antioxidants, red onions are linked with health benefits such as reducing inflammation, reducing high blood pressure and decreasing cholesterol levels.24.9https://media.ugaoo.com/catalog/product/r/e/red_onion_1.jpghttps://media.ugaoo.com/catalog/product/r/e/red-onion-left.pnghttps://media.ugaoo.com/catalog/product/r/e/red-onion-right.png962Red Onion Seeds73145.000000https://media.ugaoo.com/catalog/product/r/e/redonion_pkt.pngInStock1200 Seeds963Red Onion Seeds - 25 g288360.000000https://media.ugaoo.com/catalog/product/r/e/redonion_pkt_3.pngInStock25 gm965Red Onion Seeds - 100 g9601200.000000https://media.ugaoo.com/catalog/product/r/e/redonion_pkt_4.pngInStock100 gm969Red Onion Seeds - 250 g19202400.000000https://media.ugaoo.com/catalog/product/r/e/redonion_pkt_5.pngInStock250 gmNoMonsoon, Summer90-120 days<a href="/buy-seeds-online-india/vegetable-seeds-online.html">Vegetable Seeds</a><section class="growthStages section-container">
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<h2>Growth stages</h2>
<p>One step at a time, with a lil water and light.</p>
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<p>Sow the seeds 0.5 cm deep in seedling tray</p>
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<p>Germination will take place in 6-8 days</p>
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<p>Transplant the seedlings in 30-35 days</p>
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<p>Space the seedlings at 15cm by 7cm</p>
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<p>Harvest in 100-110 days from sowing</p>
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</section><section class="importantTips section-container">
<div class="sectionHead">
<h2>Spill the tea</h2>
<p>All the plant gossip, through the grapevine. Pun intended</p>
</div>
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<div class="asideSection healthier1"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." data-src="/media/wysiwyg/redonion_hwh1.jpg" alt="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." /></div>
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<h2>Plants with benefits</h2>
<p>Apart from being a delicious addition to your food, onions are a great source of vitamin C, sulphuric compounds, flavonoids, and phytochemicals. Onions are also packed with antioxidants that can help your body fight inflammation. Certain studies have also shown that eating onions can help in reducing your blood sugar levels. Onions are also a good source of probiotics and fibre which can help keep your gut healthy. </p>
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<h2>What you get</h2>
<p>Loaded with flavour and nutrients but low on calories, the red onion is a wonderful vegetable. A medium onion contains as little as 44 calories. Onion do not compensate on nutrients. Onions are high in Vit And B Vitamins like folate and pyridoxine. Onions also are a good source of potassium and fibre.</p>
</div>
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<div class="asideSection healthiertext1">
<h2>Green trivia</h2>
<p><b>1.</b>The skin of red onions is used as dye.</p>
<p><b>2.</b>Onions have been traced back to 5000 B.C. by archaeologists.</p>
<p><b>3.</b>Onions were worshipped by Egyptians.</p>
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<h1>Frequently Asked Questions</h1>
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<h2>How often should I water my onion plant?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Onions do not need too much water. Water your potted Red Onion plant every alternate day in winter.</p>
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<h2>Should I fertilize my onion plant?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Yes, every 15 days after transplanting your onion plant, apply balanced liquid fertilisers or handful of vermicompost to each plant. </p>
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<h2>How much sunlight does onion need?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Onions grow well in full sunlight, so choose a location which receives plenty of sunlight. </p>
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<h2>What is Red Onion also popularly known as in India?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Regionally in India, Red Onion is also known as Pyaaz, kanda, Vaengayam, Savala, Kandaa, Ulligadde.</p>
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<h2>Sow, Grow, Reap</h2>
<p>Good things take time and care</p>
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<h3>Sowing</h3>
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<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Red Onion seeds can be sown throughout the year, but it is best grown in winters. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Fill a well-draining seedling tray with cocopeat if you are growing them indoors and fine soil if you are growing them outdoors.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Sow 2-3 onion seeds per cup, take care to not sow it in too deep, and cover it with a light sprinkling of soil. Water immediately with a spray or mist to keep the growing medium moist at all times. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Keep the seedling tray indoors till the seeds germinate. To encourage germination, place the seed tray in a box or cover it with paper for first 4-5 days.</li></p>
</ul>
</div>
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<h3>Caring</h3>
<ul>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Once the seeds germinate in 6-8 days, put the uncovered tray in an area with partial sun</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">From the second week, the seedlings will grow into a plant. At this stage, retain one seedling per cup and trim away the undergrowing ones. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Transplant your seedlings, with the root balls, to larger pots (12 inches or more) or raised beds (3 feet apart) 30-35 days after sowing. The growing medium should be well draining mix of 2 part garden soil & 1 part Organic Manure. Or, 1 part garden soil, 1 part coco-peat & 1 part Vermicompost. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">The plants like full winter sun with alternate day of watering near the rots. Also, stop watering Onion plants 2 weeks before harvesting when leaves start to turn yellow.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Feed the plant every 15 days with vermicompost or a balance fertiliser</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">The onion bulbs will be ready for harvest 110-120 days from sowing. Dry the bulbs before storing</li></p>
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<h3>Common Problems</h3>
<p><b>My onion plant is growing but isn’t forming any bulbs. </b><br>
<span> For dumb formation, your plant needs to be healthy and receive sufficient nutrients and water in its growing stages. Make sure you are using a good sowing medium and providing fertilisers whenever necessary and watering your plant regularly. Another reason you onion plant isn’t forming any bulbs is too much nitrogen in the soil. </span><br>
<b>Why are my onion seedlings wilting?</b><br>
<span> Over watering coupled with a soil that is not well drained leads to wilting of seedlings. Make sure you are never over - watering your onion plant. </span><br>
<b>Why are my onion seeds not germinating?</b><br>
<span> A lot of factors like, soil temperature, watering schedule and sunlight affect the germination process of your onion seeds. For example, with cool soil temperatures, your seeds will take longer to germinate. Whereas with warmer soil temperatures your onion seeds will germinate within 6 - 8 days.</span></p>
</div>
</div>
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</section><section class="didYouKnow section-container">
<div class="sectionHead">
<h2>Lights, Water, Action</h2>
<p>Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!</p>
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<h4>Light </h4>
<p>Full Sunlight</p>
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<li>
<img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/watering_icon.png"" title="Water Once A Week" alt="Water Once A Week">
<h4>Watering</h4>
<p>Alternate days (stop 2 weeks before harvest)</p>
</li>
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<img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/wheretogrow_icon.png" title="Indoor" alt="Indoor">
<h4>Where to grow</h4>
<p>Balcony or terrace</p>
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<h4>Time Till Harvest </h4>
<p>8-9 weeks</p>
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<h4>Seasonal Information</h4>
<p>All seasons</p>
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</section>Jan to March, June to AugTuberousBalcony, Lawn-Backyard, TerraceUnder 10 g to 25 g15 cm10 cm1 cmApprox. 1105 to 1228 Seeds in 4 gm, 6907 to 7675 Seeds in 25 gm, 27630 to 30700 Seeds in 100 gm, 69075 to 76750 Seeds in 250 gm.4 gm to 250 gm7 to 8 Kg/Ha15 cm x 7 cm 6 to 8 days from sowing.Organic: Neemcake or Vermicompost - 10 g per plant. Chemicals: Suphala or Urea - 5 g per plant.All year Round150 to 200 Qtl/Ha
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